HS 5305.00 – Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including yarn waste and garnetted stock)
General Import Chapter 53 TEXTILES AND TEXTILE ARTICLESImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code5305.00
Full Code5305.00.5
Chapter53 — OTHER VEGETABLE TEXTILE FIBRES; PAPER YARN AND WOVEN FABRICS OF PAPER YARN
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 5305.00 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 5305.00 (Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other
vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or
processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including
yarn waste and garnetted stock)) 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 Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other
vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or
processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including
yarn waste and garnetted stock) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 5305.00, 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 Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other
vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or
processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including
yarn waste and garnetted stock)?
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 5305.00?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 5305.00. 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 Coconut, abaca (Manila hemp or MUSA TEXTILIS NEE), ramie and other
vegetable textile fibres, not elsewhere specified or included, raw or
processed but not spun; tow, noils and waste of these fibres (including
yarn waste and garnetted stock)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 5305.00, 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.
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