HS 61 & 62Consumer goods · Australia

HS Code for Textiles & Apparel - Import into Australia

Duty and tax snapshot for importing consumer goods (HS 61 & 62) into Australia. Typical MFN duty ~12%, GST 10% on CIF + duty. Decision-support only - confirm the 10-digit line and preferential status with your broker.

Typical duty

12%

GST

10%

Total taxes / CIF

23.2%

Worked landed-cost example

USD 30,000 FOB parcel of consumer goods (HS 61 & 62) shipped to Australia.

FOB valueUSD 30,000

Origin chargesUSD 450

FreightUSD 2,400

InsuranceUSD 150

CIFUSD 33,000

Import duty @ 12%USD 3,960

GST @ 10%USD 3,696

Destination inlandUSD 600

Landed cost ≈ USD 41,256

Run your own numbers in the Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

Sample HS codes

Code	Description
6109.10	T-shirts, singlets and other vests, of cotton, knitted
6110.20	Sweaters, pullovers, cardigans - cotton, knitted
6203.42	Men's trousers and shorts of cotton (not knitted)
6204.62	Women's trousers and shorts of cotton (not knitted)
6205.20	Men's shirts of cotton
6404.11	Sports footwear with textile uppers

Australia duty regime

MFN tariff (mostly 0% or 5%). Preferential rates under CPTPP, RCEP, ChAFTA, JAEPA, KAFTA, AANZFTA, AUKFTA, A-UAE CEPA, IA-CEPA and AUSFTA.

Customs notes

· 10-digit HS Statistical Code (HS 6 + 4 national digits) administered by ABF (Australian Border Force).
· ICS (Integrated Cargo System) is the electronic customs declaration platform.
· Duty-free threshold: AUD 1,000 for low-value goods; GST still applies on all LVG imports via the vendor-collect model for online sellers.
· AUSFTA / RCEP / CPTPP self-certification of origin is standard - no formal certificate template required.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical import duty on consumer goods (HS 61 & 62) into Australia?

Australia applies an MFN duty of about 12% on HS chapter 61 & 62 at the 6-digit line. National tariff schedules add 2–4 further digits, so the exact rate can shift once you confirm the 8- or 10-digit code. Preferential rates under FTAs (MFN tariff (mostly 0% or 5%)) may reduce this to 0% for qualifying origins.

How is GST calculated on imports of consumer goods in Australia?

Australia charges GST at 10% on the CIF value plus duty. GST on VoTI (CIF+duty)

What is the landed cost of a USD 30,000 FOB shipment of consumer goods into Australia?

On a USD 30,000 FOB parcel with ~8% freight and 0.5% insurance, CIF works out to USD 33,000. Applying 12% duty and 10% GST brings total taxes to about USD 7,656 (~23.2% of CIF). Landed at buyer's warehouse ≈ USD 41,256.

Which HS code should I use for consumer goods in Australia?

Start with the 6-digit international HS heading - for example 6109.10 (T-shirts, singlets and other vests, of cotton, knitted). Australia customs then requires the full national code (8- to 10-digit national tariff line). Confirm the exact line with your licensed customs broker before filing.

Which Incoterm is best for shipping consumer goods to Australia?

Most importers into Australia prefer CIF or CFR for sea freight so the seller arranges main-carriage transport, while retaining control of destination clearance. DDP shifts import duty and GST to the seller - attractive to buyers but often priced with a risk premium. Compare all 11 Incoterms with our Landed Cost by HS & Country tool.

What documents does Australia customs need to clear HS 61 & 62?

10-digit HS Statistical Code (HS 6 + 4 national digits) administered by ABF (Australian Border Force). Regulated commodities may also require a health certificate, phytosanitary certificate or import licence depending on the exact HS line.