HS 0303.43 – - - Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)
Fish, frozen (excluding fish fillets and other fish meat of heading 03.04): Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)
General Import Chapter 03 LIVE ANIMALS; ANIMAL PRODUCTSImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code0303.43
Full Code0303.43.4
Chapter03 — FISH AND CRUSTACEANS, MOLLUSCS AND OTHER AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import
Typical Documents Required
- Bill of Lading
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Certificate of Origin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the import duty rate for HS code 0303.43 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 0303.43 (- - Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)) is free. Preferential rates may apply under trade agreements including EU/UK, SADC, AfCFTA, Mercosur, and EFTA. VAT of 15 is charged on the CIF value plus duty.
What documents do I need to import - - Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 0303.43, you typically need: Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin. Additional permits or certificates may be required depending on the specific product and country of origin.
How do I calculate the total cost of importing - - Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at free, plus VAT at 15 on the combined value. Use JLog's Import Calculator at app.jlog.co.za/import-calculator.html for an accurate estimate.
Can JLog help with customs clearance for HS 0303.43?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 0303.43. We handle documentation, SARS compliance, and logistics from our base in Woodstock, Cape Town. Contact us at info@jlog.co.za or call +27 21 300 6099.
Are there preferential duty rates for importing - - Skipjack tuna (stripe-bellied bonito) (Katsuwonus pelamis)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 0303.43, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is free. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 0303.11 | - - Sockeye salmon (red salmon) (Oncorhynchus nerka) | 25% |
| 0303.12 | - - Other Pacific salmon (Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus keta, Oncorhynchu... | 25% |
| 0303.13 | - - Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) and Danube salmon (Hucho hucho) | 25% |
| 0303.14 | - - Trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus... | 25% |
| 0303.19 | - - Other | 25% |
| 0303.23 | - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.) | free |
| 0303.24 | - - Catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.) | free |
| 0303.25 | - - Carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmic... | free |
| 0303.26 | - - Eels (Anguilla spp.) | free |
| 0303.29 | - - Other | free |
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