HS 0403.20 – Yoghurt

Yogurt; buttermilk, curdled milk and cream, kephir and other fermented or acidified milk and cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit, nuts or cocoa: Yoghurt

General Import Chapter 04 LIVE ANIMALS; ANIMAL PRODUCTS

Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026

General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free

Classification Details

HS Code0403.20
Full Code0403.20.8
Chapter04 — DAIRY PRODUCE; BIRDS' EGGS; NATURAL HONEY; EDIBLE PRODUCTS OF ANIMAL ORIGIN, NOT ELSEWHERE SPECIFIED OR INCLUDED
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import

Typical Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty rate for HS code 0403.20 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 0403.20 (Yoghurt) 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 Yoghurt into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 0403.20, 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 Yoghurt?
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 0403.20?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 0403.20. 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 Yoghurt?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 0403.20, 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 CodeDescriptionGeneral Duty
0403.90.10 - - Flavoured or containing fruits, nuts or cocoa 450c/kg with a maximum of 96%
0403.90.20 - - Cultured milk, not concentrated or containing any sugar or other sweetening... 450c/kg with a maximum of 96%
0403.90.90 - - Other 450c/kg with a maximum of 96%

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