At Platinum®, we’ve encountered countless situations where Australian importers have unknowingly made critical mistakes when importing goods via sea freight, Less than a Container Load (LCL) and sea freight Full Container Loads (FCL). One of the most alarming issues...
At Platinum®, we recently received a call from an importer based in Brisbane who found himself in a challenging and costly situation. His story serves as a cautionary tale for all Australian importers, highlighting the importance of consulting a trusted customs broker...
Whether you are a carpenter, electrician, plumber, or another skilled tradesperson, you will likely be bringing not just suitcases to Australia but the valuable tools of your trade. Shipping the tools of your trade to Australia, using trusted carriers like FedEx or...
What You Need to Know A significant portion of goods purchased by Australians are imported from China, making this trade route vital for businesses. While importing might seem straightforward, the way you manage the shipping process can significantly affect the...
The Biosecurity Act 2015 was designed to safeguard Australia’s ecosystem and agricultural sector. However, recent events involving the khapra beetle (Trogoderma granarium) policies by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) highlight...
‘Smuggling’ at section 4 of the Customs Act 1901 is defined as ‘any importation, introduction or exportation or attempted importation, introduction or exportation of goods with intent to defraud the revenue.’ Persons who import tobacco products to Australia without...
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