HS 4301.90 – Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's use
Raw furskins (including heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furriers' use) (excluding raw hides and skins of heading No. 41.01, 41.02 or 41.03): Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's use
General Import Chapter 43 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 Code4301.90
Full Code4301.90.3
Chapter43 — FURSKINS AND ARTIFICIAL FUR; MANUFACTURES THEREOF
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 4301.90 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 4301.90 (Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's
use) 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 Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's
use into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 4301.90, 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 Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's
use?
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 4301.90?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 4301.90. 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 Heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, suitable for furrier's
use?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 4301.90, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4301.10 | Of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws | free |
| 4301.30 | Of lamb, the following: Astrakhan, Broadtail, Caracul, Persian and similar lamb,... | free |
| 4301.60 | Of fox, whole, with or without head, tail or paws | free |
| 4301.80 | Other furskins, whole, with or without head, tail or paws | free |
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