HS 9603.10 – Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials bound together, with or without handles
Brooms, brushes (including brushes constituting parts of machines, appliances or vehicles), hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers, not motorised, mops and feather dusters; prepared knots and tufts for broom or brush making; paint pads and rollers; squeegees (excluding roller squeegees): Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials bound together, with or without handles
General Import Chapter 96 MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLESImport Duty Rates — South Africa 2026
General Rate
15%
EU / UK
free
SADC
free
AfCFTA
6%
Mercosur
15%
EFTA
free
Classification Details
HS Code9603.10
Full Code9603.10.0
Chapter96 — MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURED ARTICLES
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 9603.10 in South Africa?
The general import duty rate for HS 9603.10 (Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials
bound together, with or without handles) is 15%. 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 Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials
bound together, with or without handles into South Africa?
To import goods under HS 9603.10, 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 Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials
bound together, with or without handles?
The landed cost includes the product cost (CIF value), plus import duty at 15%, 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 9603.10?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance services for all HS codes including 9603.10. 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 Brooms and brushes, consisting of twigs or other vegetable materials
bound together, with or without handles?
Yes, South Africa has trade agreements that offer reduced duty rates. For HS 9603.10, the EU/UK rate is free, SADC rate is free, and AfCFTA rate is 6%. You need a valid Certificate of Origin to claim these rates.
Related HS Codes
| HS Code | Description | General Duty |
|---|---|---|
| 9603.21 | - - Tooth brushes, including dental-plate brushes | 15% |
| 9603.29 | - - Other | 15% |
| 9603.30.10 | - - Artists brushes and writing brushes | free |
| 9603.30.90 | - - Other | 15% |
| 9603.40 | Paint, distemper, varnish or similar brushes (excluding brushes of subheading 96... | 15% |
| 9603.50.10 | - - Machine bottle brushes | 15% |
| 9603.50.20 | - - Parts of portable machine-tools | free |
| 9603.50.30 | - - Parts of agricultural machinery | free |
| 9603.50.40 | - - Parts of other industrial or manufacturing machinery | free |
| 9603.50.90 | - - Other | 15% |
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