HS 8535.40 – Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors
Electrical apparatus for switching or protecting electrical circuits, or for making connections to or in electrical circuits (for example, switches, fuses, lightning arresters, voltage limiters, surge suppressors, plugs and other connectors, junction boxes), for a voltage exceeding 1 000V: Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors
General Import Chapter 85 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
5%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
2%
Mercosur
5%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code8535.40
Full Code8535.40.6
Chapter85 — ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT AND PARTS THEREOF; SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, TELEVISION IMAGE AND SOUND RECORDERS AND REPRODUCERS, AND PARTS
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 8535.40 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 8535.40 (Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors) is 5%. 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 Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 8535.40, 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 Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 5%, 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 8535.40?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 8535.40. 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 Lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 8535.40, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 2%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 8535.10 | Fuses | 5% |
| 8535.21.05 | - - - With moulded casings of plastics, with a current rating not exceeding 1 25... | 15% |
| 8535.21.10 | - - - With a current rating not exceeding 2 000 A, for a voltage exceeding 2 kV... | 15% |
| 8535.21.20 | - - - With a current rating not exceeding 1 200 A, for a voltage exceeding 12 kV... | 15% |
| 8535.21.30 | - - - With a current rating not exceeding 1 600 A, for a voltage exceeding 24kV... | 5% |
| 8535.21.40 | - - - With a current rating not exceeding 1 600 A, for a voltage exceeding 36 kV... | 15% |
| 8535.21.90 | - - - Other | 5% |
| 8535.29 | - - Other | 5% |
| 8535.30.05 | - - Isolating switches, with moulded casings of plastics, with a current rating... | 15% |
| 8535.30.90 | - - Other | 5% |
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