We are pleased to inform you that the saeec has purchased the complete volume of the latest harmonized commodity description and coding system explanatory notes fifth edition, plus the jacobsens tariff book for importing goods into south africa about hs codes. It is structured in a comprehensive manner and can be used by both the seasoned clearing agent as well as the novice. Please click on the below link for more information and tariff book update. Western cape launches virtual trade mission programme. Standard tariff south africa effective date 16th april 2018 dear valued client, standard chartered has operated for over 150 years in some of the world s most dynamic markets in asia, africa and the middle east.
Tariff book april 2018 march 2019 def 4 tariffs subject to vat at 15%. The procedures and practices to implement the provisions relating to tariff negotiations and renegotiations have evolved considerably since the gatt was established in. Basically showing that south africas exports is a lot more concentrated. In the past, south africa has published their final version later in december, and we expect to see that again this year. Partial coverage is taken into account on a pro rata basis. Under no circumstances should the tariff book be regarded as an amendment of any agreements with eskom. Jet tariff is always completely uptodate and even has two display types to choose from, the classic jet tariff, or retro jet tariff for those who prefer the look of a customs tariff book. A high tariff was attempted in 1828 but the south denounced it as a tariff of abominations and it almost caused a rebellion in south carolina until it was lowered. Different rates of duty are applicable to different goods or commodities. This geographic focus and commitment to developing deep relationships with clients and. The tariff book will also be published on the tpt website for downloading. South africa customs import and export duty calculator. Schedules to the customs and excise act, 1964 tariff book this page contains schedules.
We appreciate your business and look forward to continuing working with you in. An import tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods and services. A complete import and export declaration form must be completed which our south africa customs broker can assist you with. Most goods imported or exported are subject to south african customs duties. The jacobsens harmonized customs tariff book is designed for individuals in the import and export industry. South africa applies most favored nation mfn rates to imports from the.
The sacu secretariat is located in windhoek, namibia. The southern african footwear and leather industries. Tpt tariff book effective 01 april 2020 to 31 march 2021. Where do i find the latest import and export tariffs and. Notes fifth edition, plus the jacobsens tariff book for importing goods into south africa. Import tariffs international trade administration trade. The work is structured in a comprehensive manner and can be used by both the seasoned clearing agent as well as the novice. Free tariff and hs code assistance to saeec members saeec. A searchable database of the harmonized system is available at cargo info.
Because of the uruguay round in 1994, south africa reformed and simplified its tariff structure. Finally, the south african revenue service sars, in its efforts to simply the tariff book, merged a number of tariff subheadings. Sacu was established in 1910, making it the worlds oldest customs union. Schedule 1 part 1 customs duty south african revenue. Summary and duty ranges total ag nonag wto member since 1995 simple average final bound 19. Lack of supplier development leads to critical pharmaceutical shortages. The fees in the tariff book are for the basic services only and other fees may be levied in the event of. Jacobsens harmonized customs and excise tariff book. City power approved schedule of tariffs for 20192020. For further information please see the international trade administration of south africa website. May only change from one tariff to another once in twelve months, e. The proposed tariff structures are detailed for each class of customers in the subsequent pages of this booklet pg 10,17,23.
Jet imports the simple interface of jet logistics solutions enables you to prepare all permutations for imports sad quickly and simply. Please do not hesitate to contact our offices should you have any queries. Tariff book april 2020 march 2021 08 tariffs subject to vat at 15%. Jet tariff has 3 powerful search engines, which makes classification of your goods a breeze, even if youre a novice. In total there is around 4900 different 6 digit tariffs available in south africas tariff book. Know what your trade is costing you with our import export calculators tariff code lookup, import duty calculator, vat calculator, volume vs weight cost. Tariff strategy for the south african ports system 201516 revised.
Besides providing a fully searchable database of south african tariffs, they provide a list of rebates and a host of help topics, including. Association saflla supported the proposal that the specific duty on products classifiable under tariff. Jet customs tariff jet tariff is the original electronic south african customs tariff and boasts a huge range of benefits. Austrade strongly recommends you reconfirm these prior to selling to south africa.
Reefer import storage to durban, south africa maersk. Where do i find the latest import and export tariffs and information on. There is a draft of the 2017 tariff of the south african customs union available from their customs site. Dear customer, in order to help you organize your business with cma cgm lines, please find hereafter our book for local charges document for all ports in tanzania to be applied from 01st of january. Export help hs classification codes the hs in south africa. National ports authority of south africa 30 wellington road parktown 2193 dear ms. The jacobsens harmonized customs tariff book, covers not only a list of customs duty and excise rates but also deals with rebates, refunds and drawbacks of customs duties, the south african customs and excise act, import and export control regulations, and the international trade administration act of. Please note that canada has signed a free trade agreement with korea thus a reduced or zero rate of duty may apply. Effectively applied tariff rates at the six and eightdigit product level are averaged for products in each commodity group. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service teams or our maersk website. South african customs tariff 2017 information customsinfo. Free market support for apartheid south africa was both a u. The electronic versions of these schedules were developed to provide stakeholders with easy access to the relevant duties and levies applicable to all goods imported into, manufactured locally in. The information contained here is for reference purposes only.
Doing business tariffs and regulations south africa. The tariff book will no longer be printed in book form, as the demand for books has dwindled significantly over the past two years, and maybe because of this we can collectively claim ownership of the saving of paper. Jacobsens harmonized customs and excise tariff book lexisnexis. Notwithstanding these reforms, importers have complained that the tariff schedule remains unduly complex, with nearly forty different rates. Free tariff and hs code assistance to saeec members. Schedules to the customs and excise act, 1964 tariff book this page contains schedules nos. In south africa, the international trade administration commission itac or commission is the authority responsible for tariff amendments. Tariffs in south african rand vessel means any waternavigable vessel or structure and includes a passenger vessel, ship, seaplane, small vessel and a nondisplacement vessel, but excludes a pleasure vessel, to which part b of chapter 2 applies. Consult the canada tariff finder to explore tariff information of countries with which canada has a free trade agreement below you will find information about the tariffs that countries apply to exports from canada and other countries. The southern african customs union sacu consists of botswana, lesotho, namibia, south africa, and eswatini. Tariff book april 2018 march 2019 def 2 tariffs subject to vat at 15%.
Tariffs in south african rand fees means all fees, charges and dues contemplated in section 73 of the act. The jacobsens harmonized customs tariff book, covers not only a list of customs duty and excise rates but also deals with rebates, refunds and drawbacks of customs duties, the south african customs and excise act, import and export control regulations, and the international trade administration act of south africa. Import export calculators trade logistics vat, import duty and. Tariffs and duty rates are constantly revised and are subject to change without notice. Jacobsens harmonized customs tariff this indispensable reference work is designed for individuals in the import and export industry. For maize, wheat, and sugar, variable tariff formulae are in place that manifest as specific duties in the tariff book changing from timetotime, depending on the changing variables in the recommended pricing formula. Maersk south africa landside tariff booklet 2019 pdf 702kb the consumer protection act intends to regulate the marketing of goods and services to consumers, as well as the transactions andor agreements between the consumers and the producers, suppliers, distributors, importers, retailers, service providers and intermediaries of those goods. Schedules to the customs and excise act, 1964 tariff book. When the effectively applied rate is unavailable, the most favored nation rate is used instead. Please refer to the 201819 tariff book for local authority tariffs 1 april 2019 to 30 june 2019 disclaimer the details contained in the tariff book are purely to inform you of eskoms tariffs and charges.
No 2, part 2 that would be payable on importing goods into south africa. Please refer to the 201920 tariff book for local authority tariffs 1 april 2020 to 30 june 2020 disclaimer the details contained in the tariff book are purely to inform you of eskoms tariffs and charges. This pamphlet is designed to introduce south africas customs tariff amendment system. Please find attached hereto the approved version of the tariff book. Per cent of hs sixdigit subheadings in the schedule of agricultural concession covered by tariff quotas. Technical corrections in south africas tariff schedule itac. Once the goods to be imported has been identified, particulars can be provided to south african revenue service customs at tel. Common external tariff 2012 version annex 1 to the protocol on the establishment of the east african community customs union harmonised commodity description and coding system version 2012 3 table of contents introduction general interpretation rules for the classification of goods. Tariff book transnet national ports authority port tariffs. By the late 1970s, the apartheid government in south africa had become a focal point for an intellectual and political dispute with global implications. Tariffs in south african rand vessel means any waternavigable vessel or structure and includes a passenger vessel, ship, seaplane, small vessel and a nondisplacement vessel, but excludes a pleasure vesvessel agent means the agent or owner of the vessel. Goodada helping south african importers and exporters with their duty taxes. Click here to access the tariff book which consist of the. Jet customs tariff electronic south african customs tariff.
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