HS 8421.23.30 – - - - Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle engines)
Centrifuges, including centrifugal dryers; filtering or purifying machinery and apparatus, for liquids or gases: Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle engines)
General Import Chapter 84 MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; ELECTRICAL EQUlPMENT; PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS AND ACCESSORIES OF SUCH ARTICLESImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
16%
EU / UK
16%
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6,4%
Mercosur
16%
EFTA
16%
Classification Details
HS Code8421.23.30
Full Code8421.23.30.2
Chapter84 — NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF
Statistical Unitu
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 8421.23.30 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8421.23.30 (- - - Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle
engines)) is 16%. 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 - - - Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle
engines) into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8421.23.30, 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 - - - Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle
engines)?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 16%, 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 8421.23.30?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8421.23.30. 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 - - - Suitable for use with motor vehicle engines (including motorcycle
engines)?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8421.23.30, the EU/UK rate is 16%, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 6,4%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 8421.11 | - - Cream separators | free |
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| 8421.12.90 | - - - Other | free |
| 8421.19 | - - Other | free |
| 8421.21 | - - For filtering or purifying water | free |
| 8421.22 | - - For filtering or purifying beverages (excluding water) | free |
| 8421.23.90 | - - - Other | free |
| 8421.29 | - - Other | free |
| 8421.31.10 | - - - Air filters with 6 or more filter tubes | free |
| 8421.31.20 | - - - Air filters of the heavy duty dry type, without elements, of a kind fitted... | free |
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