I. Compliance and Certification First: Building the Core Barrier to Market Entry

Compliance is the “entry ticket” to the Australian doors and windows market. The certification system is built primarily around the AS (Australian Standards) framework, while also accommodating regulatory differences across states.
AS 2047 is the core performance standard, covering 12 mandatory indicators such as wind load resistance, water tightness, and air tightness. Its requirements are significantly more stringent than comparable European and American standards, and products without this certification cannot be legally installed in Australia.

For commercial buildings, additional compliance with AS/NZS 4284 for curtain wall systems is required. Glass configurations must meet AS 1288 safety standards, and energy performance must achieve WERS 5.0 certification to comply with the energy-efficiency requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC).

In practice, it is recommended to commission testing through Australian-recognized laboratories such as Azuma or NATA-accredited facilities. Working with local agents can streamline the approval process and shorten certification timelines by 2–3 months.
For special regions, supplementary certifications are necessary:

In bushfire-prone areas, residential doors and windows must comply with BAL (Bushfire Attack Level) standards, with a fire-resistance time of no less than 30 minutes.

In cyclone-prone regions such as Queensland, products must pass “cyclone-grade” testing, achieving wind resistance equivalent to Beaufort scale level 10 or above.

Notably, energy-efficient doors and windows that comply with AS 2047 can benefit from reduced import tariffs, from 5% down to 2%, further enhancing cost competitiveness. Chinese-made doors and windows have already passed Australian inspection and certification standards.