HS 2004.90.10 – - - Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins
Other vegetables prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, frozen (excluding products of heading 20.06): Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins
General Import Chapter 20 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 BODYImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
4,15c/kg
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
1,66c/kg
Mercosur
free
EFTA
4,15c/kg
Classification Details
HS Code2004.90.10
Full Code2004.90.10.1
Chapter20 — PREPARATIONS OF VEGETABLES, FRUIT, NUTS OR OTHER PARTS OF PLANTS
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 2004.90.10 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 2004.90.10 (- - Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins) is 4,15c/kg. 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 - - Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 2004.90.10, 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 - - Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 4,15c/kg, 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 2004.90.10?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 2004.90.10. 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 - - Cabbages, cucumbers and gherkins?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 2004.90.10, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 1,66c/kg. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 2004.10.10 | - - In the form of flours, meals or flakes | 20% |
| 2004.10.21 | - - - Prepared by blanching in water and prevented from discolouration by blanch... | 20% |
| 2004.10.29 | - - - Other | 20% |
| 2004.10.91 | - - - Wedges or other cuts or slices and whole potatoes, prepared by blanching i... | 20% |
| 2004.10.99 | - - - Other | 20% |
| 2004.90.20 | - - Peas (Pisum sativum), beans (Vigna spp., Phaseolus spp.) and lentils | 4,15c/kg |
| 2004.90.30 | - - Olives | 25% |
| 2004.90.40 | - - Sweet corn (Zea mays var. saccharata) | 20% |
| 2004.90.90 | - - Other | 20% |
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