HS 4804.52 – - - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
Uncoated kraft paper and paperboard, in rolls or sheets (excluding that of heading 48.02 or 48.03): Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres obtained by a chemical process
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
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code4804.52
Full Code4804.52.8
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 4804.52 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 4804.52 (- - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95
per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres
obtained by a chemical process) 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 - - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95
per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres
obtained by a chemical process into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 4804.52, 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 - - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95
per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres
obtained by a chemical process?
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 4804.52?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 4804.52. 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 - - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95
per cent by mass of the total fibre content consists of wood fibres
obtained by a chemical process?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 4804.52, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4804.11 | - - Unbleached | free |
| 4804.19 | - - Other | free |
| 4804.21 | - - Unbleached | free |
| 4804.29 | - - Other | free |
| 4804.31 | - - Unbleached | free |
| 4804.39 | - - Other | free |
| 4804.41 | - - Unbleached | free |
| 4804.42 | - - Bleached uniformly throughout the mass and of which more than 95 per cent by... | free |
| 4804.49 | - - Other | free |
| 4804.51 | - - Unbleached | free |
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