HS 3405.30 – Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal polishes)
Polishes and creams, for footwear, furniture, floors, coachwork, glass or metal, scouring pastes and powders and similar preparations (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics or cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered with such preparations), (excluding waxes of heading 34.04): Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal polishes)
General Import Chapter 34 PRODUCTS OF THE CHEMICAL OR ALLIED INDUSTRIESImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
15%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code3405.30
Full Code3405.30.4
Chapter34 — SOAP, ORGANIC SURFACE-ACTIVE AGENTS, WASHING PREPARATIONS, LUBRICATING PREPARATIONS, ARTIFICIAL WAXES, PREPARED WAXES, POLISHING OR SCOURING PREPARATIONS,
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 3405.30 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 3405.30 (Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal
polishes)) is 15%. 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 Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal
polishes) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 3405.30, 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 Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal
polishes)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 15%, 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 3405.30?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 3405.30. 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 Polishes and similar preparations for coachwork (excluding metal
polishes)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 3405.30, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 6%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 3405.10.10 | - - In aerosol containers | 15% |
| 3405.10.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 3405.20.10 | - - In aerosol containers | 15% |
| 3405.20.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 3405.40 | Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations | 15% |
| 3405.90.10 | - - Grinding preparations of diamond dust, powder or grit | free |
| 3405.90.90 | - - Other | 15% |
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