Learn about barriers to market entry and local requirements, i.e., things to be aware of when entering the market for this country.
Last Published: 7/30/2018

Australia’s remote location from the United States is often cited as the single most significant non-tariff barrier to trade.

American companies may find that Australian and third-country competitors in Australia have some long-established brands with strong reputations and well-established supplier relationships.

Australia has ready access to Asian and other low-cost producers. American firms must therefore demonstrate sufficient added value to overcome the costs of getting the product to market, and to compete.

Healthcare companies are concerned about Australian Government-imposed price cuts impacting pharmaceuticals and medical devices in country.

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