HS 7312.10.23 – - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord)

Stranded wire, ropes, cables, plaited bands, slings and the like, of iron or steel, not electrically insulated: Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord)

General Import Chapter 73 BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METAL

Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026

General Rate
5%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
2%
Mercosur
5%
EFTA
free

Classification Details

HS Code7312.10.23
Full Code7312.10.23.7
Chapter73 — ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import

Typical Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty rate for HS code 7312.10.23 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 7312.10.23 (- - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord)) is 5%. 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 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 7312.10.23, 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 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 5%, 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 7312.10.23?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 7312.10.23. 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 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter not exceeding 13 mm (excluding that of wire of stainless steel and that identifiable as conveyor belt cord)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 7312.10.23, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 2%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.

Related HS Codes

HS CodeDescriptionGeneral Duty
7312.10.10 - - Stranded wire, of wire which is plated, coated or clad with copper-zinc base... free
7312.10.15 - - Stranded wire, of wire which is plated, coated or clad with tin free
7312.10.17 - - Stranded wire, of a diameter of 4,8 mm or more (excluding that of wire of st... 15%
7312.10.20 - - Other stranded wire 5%
7312.10.24 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad, of a diameter... 15%
7312.10.25 - - Other ropes and cables, of wire which is not plated, coated or clad 5%
7312.10.27 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is plated, coated or clad with zinc, of a di... 5%
7312.10.30 - - Ropes and cables, of wire which is plated, coated or clad with zinc, of a di... 15%
7312.10.40 - - Other ropes and cables, of wire which is plated, coated or clad with zinc 5%
7312.10.90 - - Other 15%

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