HS Code 6806.90.30: Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-
insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials (excluding those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69): Articles of slag wool, rock wool or similar wools
HS Code 6806.90.30 covers Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-
insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials (excluding those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69): Articles of slag wool, rock wool or similar wools under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-
insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials (excluding those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69): Articles of slag wool, rock wool or similar wools for all import and export customs declarations.
Customs Duty Rate
The customs duty rate for HS Code 6806.90.30 is 15%. Duty is calculated on the FOB customs value (the goods value at the point of loading onto the carrier; international freight and insurance are not part of the duty base). Import VAT is then 15% of the Added Tax Value (ATV) — customs value + 10% uplift (for non-SACU origin; nil for BLNS countries) + non-rebated duty.
What Falls Under HS Code 6806.90.30?
This tariff heading covers Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-
insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials (excluding those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69): Articles of slag wool, rock wool or similar wools. All importers and exporters must use this code on SARS customs declarations (SAD500), commercial invoices, and shipping documents.
How to Import or Export Under HS Code 6806.90.30
To move goods under HS Code 6806.90.30 across South African borders, you must be registered with SARS as an importer or exporter. JLog’s TradeReady service handles SARS registration. Once registered, a customs declaration is lodged by you or a licensed broker.
JLog Customs Clearance for HS Code 6806.90.30
JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 6806.90.30. We handle the full SARS submission — from checking documents to lodging declarations and managing SARS queries.
We also provide ClearSA — real-time customs clearance tracking so you can monitor your SARS submission status at every step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS Code 6806.90.30 used for?
HS Code 6806.90.30 is the official tariff code for Slag wool, rock wool and similar mineral wools; exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials; mixtures and articles of heat-
insulating, sound-insulating or sound-absorbing mineral materials (excluding those of heading 68.11 or 68.12 or of Chapter 69): Articles of slag wool, rock wool or similar wools under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.
What duty do I pay on HS Code 6806.90.30?
The customs duty rate is 15%. Plus 15% VAT on import. Contact JLog for a full landed cost calculation including all applicable levies.
Do I need a customs broker for HS Code 6806.90.30?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 6806.90.30 on your behalf.
Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.
Related JLog Services
JLog provides customs clearance services for goods under this HS code. Our team handles SARS submissions, documentation, and query management.
- Customs Clearance South Africa — Full SARS clearance service
- ClearSA — Real-time customs monitoring platform
- TradeReady — SARS importer/exporter registration
- HS Code Directory — Browse all 10,402 South African tariff codes
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Current SARS duty rates — HS 6806.90
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| AGOA | See SARS Schedule 4 for AGOA-specific provisions |
| VAT | 15% |
Last verified 16 Aug 2026 from SARS tariff book.
Shipping rates from South Africa — HS 6806.90
| Destination | Carrier | From (ZAR / 10kg) | Transit days |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH | FedEx | 2,046.90 | 3 |
| NZ | FedEx | 2,225.08 | 5 |
| BR | FedEx | 2,873.89 | 8 |
| JP | FedEx | 2,225.08 | 5 |
| CA | FedEx | 2,315.03 | 4 |
| IN | FedEx | 2,182.22 | 8 |
| CN | DHL Express | 5,418.29 | 3 |
| SG | FedEx | 2,225.08 | 5 |
| AE | FedEx | 2,182.22 | 5 |
| NL | FedEx | 2,046.90 | 3 |