HS 7308.90.50 – - - Other electric power line structures and electric substation structures; parts thereof
Structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading 94.06) and parts of structures (for example, bridges and bridge-sections, lock-gates, towers, lattice masts, roofs, roofing frame-works, doors and windows and their frames and thresholds for doors, shutters, balustrades, pillars and columns), of iron or steel; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures, of iron or steel: Other electric power line structures and electric substation structures; parts thereof
General Import Chapter 73 BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METALImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
13,5%
EFTA
15%
Classification Details
HS Code7308.90.50
Full Code7308.90.50.4
Chapter73 — ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL
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 7308.90.50 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 7308.90.50 (- - Other electric power line structures and electric substation structures;
parts thereof) 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 electric power line structures and electric substation structures;
parts thereof into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 7308.90.50, 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 electric power line structures and electric substation structures;
parts thereof?
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 7308.90.50?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 7308.90.50. 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 electric power line structures and electric substation structures;
parts thereof?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 7308.90.50, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 7308.10 | Bridges and bridge-sections | 15% |
| 7308.20.05 | - - Lattice masts for telegraph lines | 15% |
| 7308.20.15 | - - Lattice masts for electric power lines | 15% |
| 7308.20.20 | - - Towers for electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) | 15% |
| 7308.20.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 7308.30.10 | - - Doors or gates for lifts | free |
| 7308.30.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 7308.40.10 | - - Mining appliances | free |
| 7308.40.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 7308.90.30 | - - Spiral chutes; smoke stacks | free |
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