HS 1804.00 – Cocoa butter, fat and oil

Cocoa butter, fat and oil

General Import Chapter 18 PREPARED FOODSTUFFS; BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR; TOBACCO AND MANUFACTURED TOBACCO SUBSTITUTES; PRODUCTS, WHETHER OR NOT CONTAINING NICOTINE, INTENDED FOR INHALATION WITHOUT COMBUSTION; OTHER NICOTINE CONTAINING PRODUCTS INTENDED FOR THE INTAKE OF NICOTINE INTO THE HUMAN BODY

Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026

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

Classification Details

HS Code1804.00
Full Code1804.00.8
Chapter18 — COCOA AND COCOA PREPARATIONS
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import

Typical Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty rate for HS code 1804.00 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 1804.00 (Cocoa butter, fat and oil) 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 Cocoa butter, fat and oil into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 1804.00, 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 Cocoa butter, fat and oil?
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 1804.00?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 1804.00. 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 Cocoa butter, fat and oil?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 1804.00, 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.

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