HS 8483.90 – Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts

Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks; bearing housings and plain shaft bearings; gears and gearing; ball or roller screws; gear boxes and other speed changers, including torque converters; flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks; clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints): Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts

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 ARTICLES

Import Duty Rates — South Africa 2026

General Rate
free
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
free
Mercosur
free
EFTA
free

Classification Details

HS Code8483.90
Full Code8483.90.7
Chapter84 — NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF
Statistical Unitkg
VAT15
JLog ServiceGeneral Import

Typical Documents Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty rate for HS code 8483.90 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8483.90 (Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts) 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 Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8483.90, 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 Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts?
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 8483.90?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8483.90. 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 Toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately; parts?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8483.90, 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 CodeDescriptionGeneral Duty
8483.10 Transmission shafts (including cam shafts and crank shafts) and cranks free
8483.20 Bearing housings, incorporating ball or roller bearings free
8483.30.55 - - Plain shaft bearings, of a kind consisting of halves, with an inside diamete... 20%
8483.30.90 - - Other free
8483.40 Gears and gearing (excluding toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmiss... free
8483.50 Flywheels and pulleys, including pulley blocks free
8483.60 Clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints) free

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