Food & FMCG Imports

Food & FMCG Imports — Fast, Compliant & Stress-Free Clearance Across Australia

Importing food and FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) into Australia is one of the most tightly regulated categories under DAFF Biosecurity and the Department of Health. Incorrect paperwork, missing BICON conditions, or mis declared HS codes can cause:

Lengthy delays
Costly re-inspections
Storage charges
Destroyed cargo
Re-export orders

At Cusmode Customs Brokers, we specialize in the full end-to-end clearance of packaged food, beverages, household consumables, and supermarket-grade products — ensuring your goods move quickly and safely through the border.

What Types of Food & FMCG Products We Clear

We handle all major FMCG categories, including:

Packaged Food & Ingredients

Biscuits, snacks, confectionery
Instant foods, noodles, sauces, curry mixes
Bakery items, flour mixes
Canned goods, preserved foods

Beverages

Juices, herbal drinks
Non-alcoholic beverages
Tea/coffee products

Frozen & Chilled FMCG

Frozen vegetables
Frozen meals
Ice creams & desserts (where permitted)

Personal & Household Care

Soap, shampoo, cosmetics
Cleaning products & detergents
Paper goods (tissues, wipes, kitchen towels)

FMCG for Retail & Supermarkets

Mixed pallets
Barcode-based stock
Private-label imports

Whether you import one pallet or a full container, our team will manage the entire clearance process.

Regulations You MUST Comply With (We Handle All of It)

Food imports must comply with:

1️⃣ DAFF Biosecurity Requirements

Includes rules on:

Ingredients containing plant/animal origin
Risk categories in BICON
Packaging and contamination
Cold-chain compliance (frozen goods)

2️⃣ Health & Food Standards Australia (FSANZ)

We ensure compliance with:

Ingredient declarations
Allergens
Nutrition labels
Shelf-stability & packaging

3️⃣ ABF Customs Requirements

We manage:

Full tariff classification
Duty rate verification
GST calculation
Correct valuation of goods

4️⃣ Country-Specific Requirements

Different rules apply for goods from:

India
Japan
Asia
China
Southeast Asia
Europe & USA

With Cusmode, your Japan imports avoid unnecessary delays, re-cleaning fees and depot storage charges.

Our Food Import Clearance Process

STEP 1 — Document Review We check:

Invoice
Packing list
B/L or AWB
Ingredient lists
Labels
Certificates (where required)

STEP 2 — BICON Pathway Assessment
We identify import conditions and ensure compliance before lodgments.

STEP 3 — Tariff Classification
Correct HS codes reduce duty, prevent reassessment and avoid delays.

STEP 4 — DAFF Lodgments & Biosecurity Control

We manage:

Referral submissions
Inspections (tailgate, full unpack)
Treatments (if required)

STEP 5 — Release & Delivery Coordination

Once cleared, we immediately provide:

Release documents
Delivery instructions
Ongoing compliance guidance

Why FMCG Importers Choose Cusmode

✔ Fast Clearance for Time-Sensitive Goods

FMCG relies on tight schedules. We priorities your shipment.

✔ Experience Across Retail, Wholesale & Distribution

We clear for:

Grocery stores
Restaurants
Online retailers
Distributors
Importers supplying large chains

✔ Accurate HS Codes & Industry Knowledge

Reduces duty, prevents audits, and improves long-term compliance.

✔ We Fix Supplier Documentation Issues

We communicate directly with overseas exporters to avoid clearance failures.

✔ Support for First-Time Importers

Clear, friendly, step-by-step guidance — no jargon.

Importing Food for the First Time?

Most rejected shipments happen because the supplier shipped without checking:

BICON rules
Labels
Allowed ingredients
Packaging requirements

We protect you by ensuring everything is correct before shipping.

Service Coverage

We clear food & FMCG through every major port & airport in Australia:

Sydney
Melbourne
Brisbane
Adelaide
Perth
Tasmania

Ready to Import Food or FMCG Into Australia?

Cusmode ensures fast, compliant and stress-free clearance so your goods reach shelves, restaurants, warehouses or online customers on time.

Call/WhatsApp: +61 404 955 462

Email: info@cusmode.com.au