HS 1302.14.20 – - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes
Vegetable saps and extracts; pectic substances, pectinates and pectates; agar-agar and other mucilages and thickeners, whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products: Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes
General Import Chapter 13 VEGETABLE PRODUCTSImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
15%
EFTA
15%
Classification Details
HS Code1302.14.20
Full Code1302.14.20.6
Chapter13 — LAC; GUMS, RESINS AND OTHER VEGETABLE SAPS AND EXTRACTS
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 1302.14.20 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 1302.14.20 (- - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes) is 15%. 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 - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 1302.14.20, 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 - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 15%, 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 1302.14.20?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 1302.14.20. 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 - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 1302.14.20, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 6%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 1302.11 | - - Opium | 12% |
| 1302.12 | - - Of liquorice | 12% |
| 1302.13 | - - Of hops | free |
| 1302.14.10 | - - - Suitable for pharmaceutical purposes imported from Switzerland | 15% |
| 1302.14.90 | - - - Other | 25% |
| 1302.19.05 | - - - Vanilla oleoresin (vanilla extract) | free |
| 1302.19.07 | - - - Of pyrethrum or of the roots of plants containing rotenone | free |
| 1302.19.11 | - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes imported from Switzerland | 15% |
| 1302.19.12 | - - - Other, suitable for pharmaceutical purposes | 15% |
| 1302.19.14 | - - - Of the species Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos/Red bush) | 25% |
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