HS 4802.61.30 – - - - Other carbonising base paper
Uncoated paper and paperboard, of a kind used for writing, printing or other graphic purposes, and non perforated punch-cards and punch tape paper, in rolls or rectangular (including square) sheets, of any size (excluding paper of heading 48.01 or 48.03); hand-made paper and paperboard: Other carbonising base paper
General Import Chapter 48 PULP OF WOOD OR OF OTHER FIBROUS CELLULOSIC MATERIAL; RECOVERED (WASTE AND SCRAP), PAPER OR PAPERBOARD; PAPER AND PAPERBOARD AND ARTICLES THEREOFImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
15%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code4802.61.30
Full Code4802.61.30.0
Chapter48 — PAPER AND PAPERBOARD; ARTICLES OF PAPER PULP, OF PAPER OR OF PAPERBOARD
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 4802.61.30 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 4802.61.30 (- - - Other carbonising base paper) 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 - - - Other carbonising base paper into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 4802.61.30, 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 - - - Other carbonising base paper?
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 4802.61.30?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 4802.61.30. 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 - - - Other carbonising base paper?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 4802.61.30, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4802.10 | Hand-made paper and paperboard | free |
| 4802.20.20 | - - In strips or rolls of a width exceeding 150 mm; in rectangular (including sq... | free |
| 4802.20.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 4802.40.20 | - - In strips or rolls of a width exceeding 150 mm; in rectangular (including sq... | free |
| 4802.40.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 4802.54.05 | - - - Of a mass of 25 g/m² or more but not exceeding 35 g/m² | free |
| 4802.54.20 | - - - Other, in strips or rolls of a width exceeding 150 mm; in rectangular (inc... | free |
| 4802.54.30 | - - - Other carbonising base paper | 15% |
| 4802.54.90 | - - - Other | free |
| 4802.55.10 | - - - Security paper used for banknotes or the like | free |
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