Once your cargo enters the Australian port or airport, you face customs inspection and clearance processes. This is a job that requires advance preparation and rich experience. Three of the things you must know are: document checklist, inspection process, and HS Codes and taxes. 1. Documents to be prepared First of all, you have to get an authorization from the Australian government because otherwise you cannot perform international trade. 1. Commercial Invoice 2. Packing List 3. Bill of Lading 4. Customs Bond 5. Arrival Notice 6. Commodity Specific Documentation 7. Import license (if required)- needed for certain goods 8. Certificate of origin 9. Proof of import – it is granted by customs officials 10. MSDS document – if you are shipping hazardous goods 2. HS Codes and Taxes. HS Codes (The 10-digit Harmonized Item Description Code) – This is the most important thing that all importers must know when importing goods. Almost every time you import an ite...