HS 8441.20 – Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes
Other machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds: Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes
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
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code8441.20
Full Code8441.20.7
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 8441.20 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8441.20 (Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes) 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 Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8441.20, 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 Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes?
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 8441.20?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8441.20. 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 Machines for making bags, sacks or envelopes?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8441.20, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 8441.10 | Cutting machines | free |
| 8441.30 | Machines for making cartons, boxes, cases, tubes, drums or similar containers (e... | free |
| 8441.40 | Machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard | free |
| 8441.80 | Other machinery | free |
| 8441.90 | Parts | free |
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