Basic regulations and requirements for imported red wine in AustraliaThe following is a summary of the basic regulations and requirements for imported red wine in Australia for reference:

I. Import qualifications and registration
Importer qualifications

Must be registered with the Australian Food Standards Agency (FSANZ) and the Australian Border Force (ABF) in Australia.

Non-Australian companies must import through local agents or distributors.

Liquor license

Importing alcoholic beverages requires applying for a liquor business license (different requirements in each state, such as Liquor Licence in New South Wales).

2. Labeling and packaging requirements
   Mandatory label content (in accordance with FSANZ Standard 1.2.1)

Product name (such as “Red Wine”)

Alcohol content (marked by volume percentage, such as “14.5% alc/vol”)

Country of origin (such as “Product of France”)

Net content (standard bottle is 750mL)

Allergen statement (if containing sulfites, it must be marked as “Contains Sulphites”)

Name and address of manufacturer/importer

Language requirements

Label information must be in English or Chinese and English (if sold to China at the same time).

Packaging safety

Glass bottles must meet transportation safety standards to avoid damage.

3. Food safety and inspection
   Food standards regulations

Wine must comply with FSANZ standards and is prohibited from adding illegal additives (such as certain synthetic pigments).

Residual sulfur dioxide must be ≤250 mg/L (dry red wine).

Import inspection

May be sampled by ABF or state health departments to test alcohol content, additives, contaminants (such as heavy metals), etc.

IV. Tariffs and Taxes
Tariffs
Australia imposes tariffs on wine (usually 5%, but may be reduced under free trade agreements, such as the tariff on wine imported from China has been reduced to 0%).

Consumption Tax (WET)
Wine is subject to a 29% Wine Equalisation Tax (WET), calculated on the wholesale price.

Importers must register for WET and declare regularly.

GST
A 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST) is levied, calculated on the CIF price (cost + insurance + freight) + tariff.

V. Origin and Document Requirements
Certificate of Origin
A Certificate of Origin issued by the country of origin is required (if tariff preferences are enjoyed, a free trade agreement certificate is required).

Health Certificate
Some countries require a health certificate issued by the official of the exporting country to prove that the product meets Australian standards.

Other Documents
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, ingredient analysis sheet, etc.

VI. Special requirements
Organic wine: If labeled “Organic”, it must pass Australian organic certification (such as ACO or NASAA).

Biosafety: Wood packaging must comply with fumigation standards (ISPM 15).

VII. Differences between states
Each state has additional regulations on alcohol sales (such as South Australia has stricter restrictions on alcohol advertising).

Suggested steps:

Check the latest standards through the FSANZ official website;

Appoint a professional customs clearance agent to handle WET and GST;

Confirm label compliance with the Australian importer in advance.

If you need further assistance, you can contact the Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) or the local liquor management bureau.