ATO depreciation rates for tea processing assets assets in the Manufacturing industry, under Income Tax (Effective Life of Depreciating Assets) Determination 2025 (LI 2025/20).
6 assets listed.
| Asset | Effective life | Prime cost rate | Diminishing value rate | Applicable from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bin tippers | 20 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Bins (including receiving and refrigerated) | 15 years | 6.67% | 13.33% | 1 July 2025 |
| Classifiers and shredders | 20 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Dryers (including primary, secondary and final) | 20 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Fermenters (oxidizers) | 20 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Fibre extractors | 20 years | 5.00% | 10.00% | 1 July 2025 |
The effective lives shown above are determined by the Commissioner of Taxation under section 40-100 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. The diminishing value rate equals 200% ÷ effective life (for assets acquired on or after 10 May 2006). The prime cost rate equals 100% ÷ effective life. You may alternatively self-assess effective life — see the ATO website for guidance.