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HS Codes Chapter 65 — Headgear
HS Chapter 65 covers headgear and parts thereof — hats, caps, helmets, hairnets and hat bodies. For South African importers and exporters clearing through SARS, this chapter sits at the heart of everyday customs work at OR Tambo, Cape Town Container Terminal and Durban Harbour.
Every consignment under Chapter 65 must be declared on a SAD500 using the correct 8-digit tariff heading. The duty rate, rebates and any import permits all follow from that classification. A wrong tariff heading is the single most common reason a Chapter 65 shipment is held at the port of entry.
JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 65 goods moving through Cape Town. We prepare the SAD500, manage the submission to SARS, and keep your classification defensible and your duty correct. Whether you are importing a one-off sample or running a regular container programme, we handle the paperwork so your consignment keeps moving. Browse the most-requested HS codes in Chapter 65 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.
Typical duty: Free–30% · VAT 15% · 14 codes
Some heading-level and specialised lines have no single ad-valorem rate — confirmed per code at booking.
HS codes in Chapter 65
Most-searched codes first.
- Hs 6504 00 Hats And Other Headgear Plaited | Import Duty South Africa | JLog
- 6502.00 — Hat-shapes, plaited or made by assembling strips of any material, n…
- 6506.10 — Safety headgear
- 6506.10.90 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other
- HS 6504.00 Plaited Hats and Headgear — South Africa Import Guide
- 6501.00 — Hat-forms, hat bodies and hoods of felt, neither blocked to shape n…
- 6505.00 — Hats and other headgear, knitted or crocheted, or made from lace, f…
- 6506.10.10 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Firemen's helme…
- 6506.10.20 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other helmets f…
- 6506.91 — Of rubber or of plastics
- 6506.91.10 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Rubber bathing …
- 6506.91.90 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Other
- 6506.99 — Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed: Of other materials
- 6507.00 — Head-bands, linings, covers, hat foundations, hat frames, peaks and…
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Related chapters
What Is HS Chapter 65?
HS Chapter 65 covers headgear and parts thereof including hats, caps, helmets and hair accessories under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes to classify safety helmets, sports helmets, fashion hats, peaked caps, berets and sun hats for all import and export customs declarations.
Common Chapter 65 HS Codes
Use the JLog HS Code Directory to find the specific code for your product. Each code includes the current import duty rate, VAT treatment, and customs notes.
Import Duty and VAT for HS Chapter 65
Goods in HS Chapter 65 are subject to South African import duty plus 15% VAT on the ATV (FOB customs value + 10% uplift for non-SACU origin + non-rebated duty). Duty rates vary by subheading — check the individual HS code pages or contact JLog for a landed cost calculation.
Importing Chapter 65 Goods into South Africa
To import safety helmets, sports helmets, fashion hats, peaked caps, berets and sun hats into South Africa, you must be registered with SARS as an importer. All goods must be declared on a SAD500 customs declaration. JLog’s DutyCheq service handles SARS importer registration, and our customs clearance team manages all SARS submissions.
Shipping Chapter 65 Goods with JLog
JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 65 — from freight quotes and carrier booking to customs clearance, SARS submission management, and delivery to your door.
Contact JLog: info@jlog.co.za | 021 300 6099
Frequently Asked Questions
What duty applies to headgear and parts thereof including hats, caps, helmets and hair accessories?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 65. Use the HS code search above to find the specific rate, or contact JLog for a customs classification consultation.
Do I need a permit to import safety helmets, sports helmets, fashion hats, peaked caps, berets and sun hats?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 65. Some lines may require ITAC import permits, product compliance certificates or origin certificates to claim a preferential rate. Check the individual HS code page or contact JLog for a per-product check.
Can JLog clear safety helmets, sports helmets, fashion hats, peaked caps, berets and sun hats through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 65, including document preparation, SARS submission, and query management. Contact us for a quote.
Related JLog Services
- Customs Clearance South Africa — Full SARS clearance service
- DutyCheq — Real-time customs monitoring platform
- DutyCheq — HS code, duty and import VAT calculator
- HS Code Directory — Browse all South African tariff codes
Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.