HS 4115.20 – Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder and flour
Composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre, in slabs, sheets or strip, whether or not in rolls; parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder and flour: Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder and flour
General Import Chapter 41 RAW HIDES AND SKINS, LEATHER, FURSKINS AND ARTICLES THEREOF; SADDLERY AND HARNESS; TRAVEL GOODS, HANDBAGS AND SIMILAR CONTAINERS; ARTICLES OF ANIMAL GUT (EXCLUDING SILK-WORM GUT)Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code4115.20
Full Code4115.20.5
Chapter41 — RAW HIDES AND SKINS (OTHER THAN FURSKINS) AND LEATHER
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 4115.20 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 4115.20 (Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not
suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder
and flour) 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 Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not
suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder
and flour into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 4115.20, 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 Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not
suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder
and flour?
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 4115.20?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 4115.20. 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 Parings and other waste of leather or of composition leather, not
suitable for the manufacture of leather articles; leather dust, powder
and flour?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 4115.20, 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.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 4115.10 | Composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre, in slabs, sheets o... | free |
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