HS 6812.91 – - - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear
Fabricated asbestos fibres; mixtures with a basis of asbestos or with a basis of asbestos and magnesium carbonate; articles of such mixtures or of asbestos (for example, thread, woven fabric, clothing, headgear, footwear, gaskets), whether or not reinforced (excluding goods of heading 68.11 or 68.13): Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear
General Import Chapter 68 ARTICLES OF STONE, PLASTER, CEMENT, ASBESTOS, MICA OR SIMILAR MATERIALS; CERAMIC PRODUCTS; GLASS AND GLASSWAREImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
15%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code6812.91
Full Code6812.91.1
Chapter68 — ARTICLES OF STONE, PLASTER, CEMENT, ASBESTOS, MICA OR SIMILAR MATERIALS
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 6812.91 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 6812.91 (- - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear) 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 - - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 6812.91, 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 - - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear?
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 6812.91?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 6812.91. 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 - - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 6812.91, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6812.80.10 | - - Clothing, clothing accessories, footwear and headgear; millboard, of a thick... | 15% |
| 6812.80.20 | - - Cords and string, not braided or plaited | 15% |
| 6812.80.30 | - - Woven fabrics (excluding fabrics coated, covered or laminated with rubber or... | 15% |
| 6812.80.90 | - - Other | free |
| 6812.99.10 | - - - Cords and string, not braided or plaited | 15% |
| 6812.99.20 | - - - Woven fabrics (excluding fabrics coated, covered or laminated with rubber... | 15% |
| 6812.99.30 | - - - Millboard, of a thickness of 1 mm or more, not reinforced and not containi... | 15% |
| 6812.99.40 | - - - Filter plates, of a thickness exceeding 2,5 mm | 15% |
| 6812.99.50 | - - - Compressed asbestos fibre jointing, in sheets or rolls, combined with meta... | 15% |
| 6812.99.90 | - - - Other | free |
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