HS 2850.00 – Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49)

Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49)

General Import Chapter 28 PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIES

Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026

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

Classification Details

HS Code2850.00
Full Code2850.00.5
Chapter28 — INORGANIC CHEMICALS; ORGANIC OR INORGANIC COMPOUNDS OF PRECIOUS METALS, OF RARE-EARTH METALS, OF RADIOACTIVE ELEMENTS OR OF ISOTOPES
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import

Typical Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty rate for HS code 2850.00 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 2850.00 (Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49)) 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 Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 2850.00, 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 Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49)?
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 2850.00?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 2850.00. 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 Hydrides, nitrides, azides, silicides and borides, whether or not chemically defined (excluding compounds which are also carbides of heading 28.49)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 2850.00, 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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