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Australia–USA FTA – Direct Transportation of Steel Goods

Direct transportation of steel goods between Australia and the USA under the Australia–USA Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA) that entered into force in 2005 benefits from tariff concessions, provided that specific origin rules are observed.

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Direct transportation of steel goods between Australia and the USA under the Australia–USA Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA) that entered into force in 2005 benefits from tariff concessions, provided…

Freight forwarders and exporters must demonstrate that merchandise travels directly from Australia to the USA, or transits only through approved countries without a change in tariff classification.

This evidence of direct shipment typically forms part of the origin declaration reviewed by customs authorities in both countries.

Last updated: 11 June 2026Published: 22 November 2025

Source: https://www.aus.gov.au/fta/australia-usa

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Direct transportation of steel goods between Australia and the USA under the Australia–USA Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA) that entered into force in 2005 benefits from tariff concessions, provided that specific origin rules are observed. Freight forwarders and exporters must demonstrate that merchandise travels directly from Australia to the USA, or transits only through approved countries without a change in tariff classification. This evidence of direct shipment typically forms part of the origin declaration reviewed by customs authorities in both countries.

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