HS 8311.30.10 – - - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core
Wire, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes and similar products, of base metal or of metal carbides, coated or cored with flux material, of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding or deposition of metal or of metal carbides; wire and rods, of agglomerated base metal powder, used for metal spraying: Welding electrodes with a mild steel core
General Import Chapter 83 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
10%
Classification Details
HS Code8311.30.10
Full Code8311.30.10.9
Chapter83 — MISCELLANEOUS ARTICLES 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 8311.30.10 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8311.30.10 (- - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core) 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 - - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8311.30.10, 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 - - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core?
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 8311.30.10?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8311.30.10. 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 - - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8311.30.10, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8311.10.10 | - - With a mild steel core | 10% |
| 8311.10.90 | - - Other | free |
| 8311.20 | Cored wire of base metal, for electric arc-welding | free |
| 8311.30.90 | - - Other | free |
| 8311.90.10 | - - Welding electrodes with a mild steel core | 10% |
| 8311.90.90 | - - Other | free |
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