When it comes to tax, if you’re bringing goods worth over $1,000 into Australia to sell, you will need to hand some money over to the Government. Australian tax does factor into Alibaba import costs. It is broken into two parts: Import processing charges; the fees customs will charge for processing your goods.
Do I need a customs agent to import?
There is no legal requirement for you to hire a Customs Broker to clear your goods. However, many importers opt to do so for the convenience. Customs Brokers are licensed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to conduct CBP business on behalf of importers.