Indonesian Vegetables HS Codes & Australia Duties 2025 Guide

A practical 5‑step checklist to classify Indonesian frozen vegetables under HS 0710 and claim IA‑CEPA 0% duty into Australia in 2025. Includes a plain‑language Declaration of Origin template, common rejection pitfalls, and quick lookups for spinach, mixed veg, sweet corn, okra, and more.

If you’re importing Indonesian frozen vegetables into Australia and not claiming IA‑CEPA, you’re probably paying 5% you don’t need to. We see it every quarter. A clean HS classification, simple origin proof, and the right preference tick at lodgement usually brings duty down to 0%. Here’s the checklist we use with buyers and brokers who need it done right the first time.

Note. We’re focused on HS Chapter 07 frozen vegetables and IA‑CEPA. We’re not covering quarantine/biosecurity, fresh or dried veg, freight, or other FTAs beyond a quick compare.

The 5‑step checklist to get HS 0710 right and claim IA‑CEPA in 2025

1) Classify under HS 0710 before you talk duties

Correct classification is everything. Here’s where most common Indonesian frozen vegetables land in Australia. Use 6‑digit HS as your anchor, then choose the correct AU national subheading.

Frozen carrots. 0710.10
Frozen spinach. 0710.30
Frozen sweet corn. 0710.40
Frozen beans other than peas (e.g., edamame may sit here depending on product spec). 0710.22
Frozen peas. 0710.10 or 0710.40 depending on type. Confirm subheading.
Frozen mixed vegetables. 0710.80
Frozen capsicum/bell peppers (paprika). 0710.80
Frozen okra. 0710.80

Two hard‑won tips.

“Prepared” or pre‑fried potatoes are not 0710. They’re heading 2004. If you’re buying something like our Premium Frozen Potatoes, your duty and rules of origin logic change. Don’t mix it with your HS 0710 assumptions.
“Mixed vegetables” follow the mixture rule. If a specific item is named elsewhere in 0710, the blend often goes to 0710.80. But composition and cut form can push you into a different national subheading. Share specs early with your broker.

If you need a reference point, our frozen range that importers often classify under HS 0710 includes Premium Frozen Sweet Corn, Frozen Mixed Vegetables, Premium Frozen Okra, and Frozen Paprika (Bell Peppers) - Red, Yellow, Green & Mixed.

Practical takeaway. Lock the HS at 6 digits with your supplier and broker using real product specs. Then apply the Australian subheading. Everything else depends on that.

2) Confirm Australia’s 2025 duty rate and IA‑CEPA preference

What you’ll typically see.

General (MFN) duty for HS 0710 in Australia. 5%
IA‑CEPA preferential duty for qualifying Indonesian origin. 0%

How to verify before you lodge.

Australia’s Tariff Working Pages. Look up Chapter 07 for the current year and confirm base duty and preferential rates.
DFAT FTA Portal. Cross‑check that IA‑CEPA shows 0% for your HS line.

We’ve found that a quick screenshot of both sources attached to your internal file saves arguments later when finance asks why duty was expected at 0%.

3) Check IA‑CEPA rules of origin for Chapter 07

Most frozen vegetables we export are wholly obtained. That is the cleanest path. If the vegetables are grown, harvested, washed, cut, blanched, and frozen in Indonesia, they qualify as “WO” under IA‑CEPA.

When does it get tricky?

Mixed veg with any non‑Indonesian inputs. If even one component is imported, you’re out of “WO.” You then need to satisfy the product‑specific rule, which generally involves a change in tariff classification and may include a regional value content test. In practice, we advise buyers to keep all components Indonesian to avoid extra proofs and calculations.
“Prepared” vegetables. Anything beyond simple processes can shift you out of Chapter 07. That changes the product‑specific rules and the paperwork.

What we keep on file for an easy ABF review.

Farm list and harvest dates by lot.
Processing records showing blanching, IQF, and packing within hours of harvest.
Ingredient declaration for mixed veg by percentage, all sourced in Indonesia.

Practical takeaway. If your product can be “WO,” choose that route. It removes 90% of origin headaches.

4) Prepare the origin proof. Certificate of Origin or Exporter Declaration

Under IA‑CEPA you can use either.

Certificate of Origin. Issued by Indonesia’s authorized bodies. Some buyers prefer this because it’s familiar across FTAs.
Exporter Declaration of Origin (EDO). A self‑declaration by an Indonesian approved exporter. It can sit on the invoice or be a separate document. We often use this for speed.

Plain‑language IA‑CEPA Exporter Declaration of Origin template you can adapt.

Title. IA‑CEPA Declaration of Origin

Exporter. [Name, address, Indonesia]. Approved Exporter No. [if applicable]
Importer. [Name and address]
Description of goods. [e.g., Frozen spinach, IQF, 1 kg x 10/carton]
HS code. [6 digits minimum, e.g., 0710.30]
Country of origin. Indonesia
Origin criterion. WO (wholly obtained) or the relevant PSR if not WO
Invoice. [Number and date]
Statement. “The exporter declares that the goods described above meet the requirements of the IA‑CEPA rules of origin.”
Place and date of issue
Signature, name, and position of the authorized signatory

Validity. Usually 12 months from the date of issue. Accuracy matters more than formatting. In our experience, clear product descriptions and a visible origin criterion prevent most ABF queries.

Need help tailoring the declaration to your SKU mix or deciding between CO and EDO. You can Contact us on whatsapp. A 10‑minute check now beats a post‑entry fix later.

5) Lodge your import declaration and claim the preference

Tell your broker you’re claiming IA‑CEPA at lodgement. They’ll need to.

Enter the HS code and country of origin as “ID.”
Select the IA‑CEPA preference for each HS line you’re claiming at 0%.
Attach the CO or EDO. If it’s on the invoice, flag the location of the declaration clearly.
Match descriptions. The invoice and the proof of origin should use the same product wording and model codes. ABF hates mismatches.

Can you claim after import. Yes. If you didn’t claim IA‑CEPA at entry, you can seek a refund with valid proof of origin, subject to ABF’s time limits. Your broker can file the adjustment.

Quick answers we get every week

What HS code should I use for frozen spinach or mixed vegetables into Australia?

Frozen spinach. 0710.30
Frozen mixed vegetables. 0710.80 Confirm the AU national subheading with your broker based on cut size and composition. If your mix is our standard Frozen Mixed Vegetables blend, we usually see 0710.80.

Do Indonesian frozen vegetables qualify as wholly obtained under IA‑CEPA, and how do I prove it?

Yes, if grown and harvested in Indonesia and only minimally processed there. We prove it with farm lists, harvest dates, batch records, and processing logs. For mixed veg, keep all components Indonesian origin to maintain “WO.”

Do I need a Certificate of Origin or is a Declaration of Origin enough?

Either works. If your exporter is approved to self‑declare, an EDO on the invoice is fast and accepted. If your compliance team prefers formal certificates across all FTAs, use a CO. We use whichever gets you a clean audit trail with the least friction.

How do I show IA‑CEPA preference on the Australian import declaration to get 0% duty?

Your broker selects the IA‑CEPA preference against each HS line, sets country of origin to Indonesia, and attaches the CO/EDO. If the preference isn’t selected, customs will charge the general 5% rate by default.

Can I use AANZFTA instead of IA‑CEPA, and which is better?

For most HS 0710 lines, both AANZFTA and IA‑CEPA deliver 0% duty. IA‑CEPA usually wins on flexibility because of the Exporter Declaration option. If you already have an AANZFTA CO in hand, that’s also fine. Choose the path with the cleanest documents for that shipment.

What documents cause ABF to reject IA‑CEPA claims for frozen vegetables?

HS on the declaration doesn’t match the HS on the origin proof.
Vague descriptions. “Vegetables, frozen” without species, cut, or pack.
Wrong origin criterion. Claiming “WO” while using imported components in a mix.
Missing signature or dates. Or a document issued after shipment with no valid reason.
Prepared products misclassified under Chapter 07. Pre‑fried potatoes should not be 0710. Fix. Reissue a corrected EDO or obtain a CO, align HS and descriptions, then ask your broker to lodge a post‑entry refund within ABF time limits.

Where can I confirm the 2025 Australian tariff for HS 0710 items?

Check Australia’s Tariff Working Pages for Chapter 07 and the DFAT FTA Portal for IA‑CEPA preferential rates. We always screenshot both for our files.

Common mistakes we see and how to avoid them

Treating all frozen veg as 0710. Mixed with sauce or pre‑fried changes the chapter. Ask your supplier about any added ingredients or processes.
Using non‑Indonesian components in a “WO” claim. Either keep your blend fully Indonesian or be ready to apply the product‑specific rule with supporting calculations.
Letting descriptions drift. Make sure the invoice, packing list, and CO/EDO describe the goods the same way. One inconsistent word can trigger a query.

Put it into practice on your next shipment

Start with the HS classification, then lock origin as “WO” where possible. Use a clean EDO on the invoice or a CO, claim IA‑CEPA at lodgement, and you should see duty at 0%. If you want benchmark specs to cross‑check your classification, browse what we export under HS 0710, including Premium Frozen Sweet Corn, Frozen Mixed Vegetables, Premium Frozen Okra, and Frozen Paprika (Bell Peppers) - Red, Yellow, Green & Mixed. You can also View our products to match against your SKU list.

In our experience, three out of five rejections come down to mismatched HS and descriptions. Get those right, and IA‑CEPA claims for Indonesian frozen vegetables are about as smooth as it gets.