HS 8205.90 – Other, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing subheadings
Hand tools (including glaziers' diamonds), not elsewhere specified or included; blow lamps; vices, clamps and the like (excluding accessories for and parts of, machine- tools or water-jet cutting machines); anvils; portable forges; hand or pedal-operated grinding wheels with frameworks: Other, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing subheadings
General Import Chapter 82 BASE METALS AND ARTICLES OF BASE METALImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code8205.90
Full Code8205.90.9
Chapter82 — TOOLS, IMPLEMENTS, CUTLERY, SPOONS AND FORKS, OF BASE METAL; PARTS THEREOF OF BASE METAL
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 8205.90 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8205.90 (Other, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing
subheadings) 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 Other, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing
subheadings into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8205.90, 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, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing
subheadings?
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 8205.90?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8205.90. 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, including sets of articles of two or more of the foregoing
subheadings?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8205.90, 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.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 8205.10 | Drilling, threading or tapping tools | free |
| 8205.20.10 | - - Steel headed hammers | 20% |
| 8205.20.90 | - - Other | free |
| 8205.30 | Planes, chisels, gouges and similar cutting tools for working wood | free |
| 8205.40.10 | - - Star-point screwdrivers (excluding ratchet screwdrivers and screwdrivers wit... | 20% |
| 8205.40.20 | - - Flat-point screwdrivers with a width at the point of 3 mm or more but not ex... | 20% |
| 8205.40.40 | - - Sets with a variety of screwdrivers which contain at least one star- point s... | 20% |
| 8205.40.90 | - - Other | free |
| 8205.51 | - - Household tools | free |
| 8205.59.05 | - - - Riveting tools for blind riveting; brick bolsters; cold chisels; punches;... | 20% |
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