The nature of retailing is continually changing. If it’s not the recent growth of online retail and rapidly changing consumer preferences that is keeping you on your toes; then it will be the need to stay on top of distribution chain productivity improvements to remain competitive that’s keeping you up at night.
Although the cost structure of retail goods has been broadly stable over the last 10 or so years, this is in spite of an upward trend in the prices of inputs to the retail supply chain; in particular, those involved in distributing goods. With roughly half the cost of getting goods from factory to the consumer attributable to distribution, any relief on this front is good news.
The good news – ChAFTA duty rates to come down
As of 1 January 2017, there will be a change in duty rates for most tariff categories covered under the ChAFTA agreement.
For simplicity, we have summarised the tariff classifications as follows:
To take advantage of the new reduced tariffs on your imported cargo you will need to lodge entry after 1 January next year.
With this in mind, now might be a good time be thinking about the cost of goods sold in your upcoming shipments and your available options. Moving your goods into bond until after the New Year might be worth your while.
When the time is right, talk to us to find out if it is the right solution for you.
Magellan Logistics has been navigating global supply chains for Australian fashion, footwear, textiles and retail businesses for 20 years.
We have your back on this and any other customs or freight-forwarding topic. If you would like to discuss the ChAFTA duty rates reduction and how you can take early advantage of them with me further please get in touch on 1300 651 888 or via alex@maglog.com.au.
