HS 7610.90.10 – - - For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and power substations
Aluminium structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading 94.06) and parts of structures (for example, bridges and bridge-sections, towers, lattice masts, roofs, roofing frameworks, doors and windows and their frames and thresholds for doors, balustrades, pillars and columns); aluminium plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures: For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and power substations
General Import Chapter 76 BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METALImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
10%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
4%
Mercosur
10%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code7610.90.10
Full Code7610.90.10.7
Chapter76 — ALUMINIUM AND ARTICLES THEREOF
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 7610.90.10 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 7610.90.10 (- - For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and
power substations) is 10%. 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 - - For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and
power substations into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 7610.90.10, 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 - - For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and
power substations?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 10%, 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 7610.90.10?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 7610.90.10. 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 - - For electric power lines (including transmission towers or pylons) and
power substations?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 7610.90.10, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 4%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 7610.10 | Doors, windows and their frames and thresholds for doors | 10% |
| 7610.90.90 | - - Other | 10% |
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