HS 2707.50 – Other aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method (equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method)
Oils and other products of the distillation of high temperature coal tar; similar products in which the mass of the aromatic constituents exceeds that of the non-aromatic constituents: Other aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method (equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method)
General Import Chapter 27 MINERAL PRODUCTSImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
11c/li
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
4,4c/li
Mercosur
11c/li
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code2707.50
Full Code2707.50.8
Chapter27 — MINERAL FUELS, MINERAL OILS AND PRODUCTS OF THEIR DISTILLATION; BITUMINOUS SUBSTANCES; MINERAL WAXES
Statistical Unitli
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 2707.50 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 2707.50 (Other aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by
volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method
(equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method)) is 11c/li. 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 aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by
volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method
(equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 2707.50, 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 aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by
volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method
(equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 11c/li, 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 2707.50?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 2707.50. 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 aromatic hydrocarbon mixtures of which 65 per cent or more by
volume (including losses) distils at 250°C by the ISO 3405 method
(equivalent to the ASTM D 86 method)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 2707.50, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 4,4c/li. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 2707.10 | Benzol (benzene) | free |
| 2707.20 | Toluol (toluene) | free |
| 2707.30 | Xylol (xylenes) | free |
| 2707.40 | Naphthalene | free |
| 2707.91 | - - Creosote oils | free |
| 2707.99.10 | - - - Phenols | 15% |
| 2707.99.20 | - - - Tar oils | free |
| 2707.99.90 | - - - Other | 11c/li |
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