10L & 20L barrels

[Konzo]

What do people think these would be like?

http://bit.ly/1b721Op

[Kimbo]

Dunno mate,
But the fact that they're so cheap rings alarm bells ( but I'm a paranoid prick) ;-)

[MacStill]

possibly treated with pesticides, not sure what customs does to raw timbers on entry to Australia but when I freight anything in timber they want all sorts declarations re treatment of raw timbers..

I cant really say as my import broker takes care of all that ;-)

[res]

I've been watching this guy for a while http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/artscraftsof ... ksid=p3686 Simmiler sort of thing, place and price. I emailed the government about it got this reply

Thank you for providing that additional information.The current import conditions for oak barrels and staves can be found on the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Biosecurity website on the Import Conditions Database (ICON). Just click on the link http://www.aqis.gov.au/icon and search ICON for ‘Oak Barrels’ to find out more.

Oak barrels include new and used barrels, staves, tanks and vats that are used for alcohol production only.

Consignments of oak barrels (including the headboards and staves) do not require and import permit. Your consignments of oak barrels used for alcohol production will require an inspection on arrival into Australia.

Items arriving through an sea/air freight will be inspected by the DAFF Biosecurity officers. There can be an inspection fee of $90 for the first 30 minutes and an additional $45 for every 15 minutes thereafter. You may also incur processing fees and documentation assessment fees. For a list of full fees and charges please refer to the DAFF Biosecurity website Fees and Charges. Some further information regarding air courier fees can also be found on the DAFF Biosecurity website.

If you require further information or assistance to complete this application please contact the Timber and Timber Products National Co-ordination Centre by telephone on 03 8318 6929, by fax on 03 8318 6777 or via email, timber.imports@daff.gov.au

Wasn't super encouraged with that. Guy who sells em recons he shis lots to oz no worries. As I am ,at least for the moment, still using a very small still it hasn't been an issue; soon I'll really want a barrel. :handgestures-thumbupleft:

P.S Told the gov I wanted to make wine. :laughing-rolling:

[Sam.]

I doubt a 10L barrel coming through the post will catch the attention of customs. Im sure they are more worried about the big shipments of full size barrels.

As for the barrels themselves nothing ever dodgy has come out of mexico :shock:

There are many many coopers in Oz, have you checked on pricing around the country? Especially if it was going to be a bulk order I am sure you could find someone with a reasonable price. :handgestures-thumbupleft:

[res]

I doubt a 10L barrel coming through the post will catch the attention of customs. Im sure they are more worried about the big shipments of full size barrels.

As for the barrels themselves nothing ever dodgy has come out of mexico :shock:

There are many many coopers in Oz, have you checked on pricing around the country? Especially if it was going to be a bulk order I am sure you could find someone with a reasonable price. :handgestures-thumbupleft:

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This sounds like a good idea. I'm after 1 or 2 25lt barrels maybe we could get a group buy deal going with a local cooper. :D

[Konzo]

Thanks for all the input. Might look locally I think.

[Kimbo]

If your really keen, just buy 1 and see what its like.
nothing ventured, nothing gained i guess ;-)

[Konzo]

This company seems to have pretty good reviews on their Facebook page.

http://www.barrelsonline.com/Default.aspx

I emailed them regarding postage and this is their response.

Yes we do ship to Australia and depending on postal code shipping for one 10L is around $54 USD and shipping for one 20L is around $89

[Andy]

i had a bit of a chat with customs one day about how they decide what wood can come in and what wood cant. bascally they said its smooth and clean wood that looks healthy, then they let it through. if there r holes where bugs my live then they radiate it [for a bucket of $$]

if this is for the business let them know that u want to buy a few. u should be able to get a far better wholesale price, and postage would decrease.

[Konzo]

i had a bit of a chat with customs one day about how they decide what wood can come in and what wood cant. bascally they said its smooth and clean wood that looks healthy, then they let it through. if there r holes where bugs my live then they radiate it [for a bucket of $$]

if this is for the business let them know that u want to buy a few. u should be able to get a far better wholesale price, and postage would decrease.

Yeah I am following up that avenue :-)

[Pugdog1]

I emailed roll out the barrel once about a wholesale buy he sent back a price list:

Kegs – Garden Tubs – Bars – Tables; all wooden vessels made and repaired
Noel & Val Sullivan A.B.N. 23 646 286 578 http://www.rolloutthebarrel.com.au
Phone/Fax:
(07) 3284 9490
HOURS: Mon-Fri 8:30am – 4:30pm
After Hours:
(07) 3203 4984
Saturday 8:30am – 11:30am
299 MACDONNELL RD
CLONTARF QLD 4019
Email: rolloutthebarrel@bigpond.com
WHOLESALE PRICE LIST TO 31.12.2013
(wholesale price is for three or more items - less than three is retail price)
KEGS
(Round)
Price
(
Freight extra)
2 litre American Oak
$135
5 litre American Oak
$170
9 litre American Oak
$215
15 litre American Oak
$255
25 litre American Oak
$340
Twin Sets 2 x 2 litre
$270 (branded Rum, Port, or Whisky)
Triple Set 3 x 2 litre
$405 (branded Rum, Port, or Whisky)
2 litre Cascalade + 4 glasses
$165
5 litre Cascalade + 6 glasses
$200
Suggested retail price is +33 % (very competitive) to +50%.
⅓
All kegs have stainless steel hoops, chrome-on-brass taps, chrome-on-brass bush and plug, and
matching stands. Black hoops and brass taps optional.
Colours (stained)
– Walnut, Teak, Cedar, Mahogany, and Natural White Oak.
MATURING KEGS
Recycled staves, new oak heads, scorched, brass tap, bush, plug, stand, no finish.
25 litre oak $290
50 litre Oak $330
100 litre Oak $400
OTHER
OAK TIMBER CUTOFFS $3 PER KILO
OAK SHAVINGS $3 PER KILO


lil bit out of order due to being copied from pdf but its all there

regards pug