HS 0305.52 – - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)
Fish, dried, salted or in brine; smoked fish, whether or not cooked before or during the smoking process: Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp., Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp., Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)
General Import Chapter 03 LIVE ANIMALS; ANIMAL PRODUCTSImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
25%
EU / UK
5%
SADC
free
AfCFTA
10%
Mercosur
25%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code0305.52
Full Code0305.52.0
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 0305.52 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 0305.52 (- - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp.,
Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp.,
Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp.,
Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus
hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla
spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)) is 25%. 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 - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp.,
Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp.,
Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp.,
Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus
hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla
spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 0305.52, 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 - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp.,
Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp.,
Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp.,
Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus
hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla
spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 25%, 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 0305.52?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 0305.52. 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 - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp.,
Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), carp (Cyprinus spp., Carassius spp.,
Ctenopharyngodon idellus, Hypophthalmichthys spp., Cirrhinus spp.,
Mylopharyngodon piceus, Catla catla, Labeo spp., Osteochilus
hasselti, Leptobarbus hoeveni, Megalobrama spp.), eels (Anguilla
spp.), Nile perch (Lates niloticus) and snakeheads (Channa spp.)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 0305.52, the EU/UK rate is 5%, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 10%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 0305.20 | Livers, roes and milt of fish, dried, smoked, salted or in brine | free |
| 0305.31 | - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias... | 25% |
| 0305.32 | - - Fish of the families Bregmacerotidae, Euclichthyidae, Gadidae, Macrouridae,... | 25% |
| 0305.39.10 | - - - Anchovies (Engraulis spp.) | free |
| 0305.39.90 | - - - Other | 25% |
| 0305.41 | - - Pacific salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka, Oncorhynchus gorbuscha, Oncorhynchus ket... | 25% |
| 0305.42 | - - Herrings (Clupea harengus, Clupea pallasii) | free |
| 0305.43 | - - Trout (Salmo trutta, Oncorhynchus mykiss, Oncorhynchus clarki, Oncorhynchus... | 25% |
| 0305.44 | - - Tilapias (Oreochromis spp.), catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias... | 25% |
| 0305.49.10 | - - - Anchovies (Engraulis spp.) | free |
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