HS 3206.20.10 – - - Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate, inorganic pigments of the following description and International Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605- C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I. Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green 13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No. 77955
Other colouring matter; preparations as specified in Note 3 to this Chapter (excluding those of heading 32.03, 32.04 or 32.05); inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores, whether or not chemically defined: Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate, inorganic pigments of the following description and International Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605- C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I. Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green 13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No. 77955
General Import Chapter 32 PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIESImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
10%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
4%
Mercosur
10%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code3206.20.10
Full Code3206.20.10.7
Chapter32 — TANNING OR DYEING EXTRACTS; TANNINS AND THEIR DERIVATIVES; DYES, PIGMENTS AND OTHER COLOURING MATTER; PAINTS AND VARNISHES; PUTTY AND OTHER MASTICS; INKS
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 3206.20.10 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 3206.20.10 (- - Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead
chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate,
inorganic pigments of the following description and International
Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I.
Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605-
C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I.
Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green
13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288-
C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No.
77955) is 10%. 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 - - Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead
chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate,
inorganic pigments of the following description and International
Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I.
Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605-
C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I.
Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green
13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288-
C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No.
77955 into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 3206.20.10, 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 - - Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead
chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate,
inorganic pigments of the following description and International
Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I.
Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605-
C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I.
Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green
13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288-
C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No.
77955?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 10%, 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 3206.20.10?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 3206.20.10. 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 - - Pigments and preparations based on chrome oxide green, lead
chromate, zinc chromate, barium chromate or strontium chromate,
inorganic pigments of the following description and International
Colour Index Numbers:- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77603- C.I.
Pigment, Yellow 34, No. 77600- C.I. Pigment, Red 104, No. 77605-
C.I. Pigment, Red 104 and 84:4, No. 77605 and No. 15865- C.I.
Pigment, Green 15, No. 77603 and No. 77520- C.I. Pigment, Green
13, No. 77603 and No. 74200- C.I. Pigment, Green 17, No. 77288-
C.I. Pigment, Yellow 32, No. 77839- C.I. Pigment, Yellow 36, No.
77955?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 3206.20.10, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 4%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
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