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HS Codes Chapter 98 — Original Equipment Components

HS Chapter 98 is a South African national chapter under SARS Schedule 1. It is not part of the WCO Harmonized System nomenclature — it sits alongside the substantive HS chapters (1 to 97) to give registered light motor vehicle and component manufacturers a duty-free or rebated path for importing Original Equipment Components (OECs) under the Automotive Production and Development Programme Phase 2 (APDP2).

Every consignment under Chapter 98 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 98 shipment is held at the port of entry.

JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 98 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 98 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.

Typical duty: 10%–20% · VAT 15% · 12 codes

Some heading-level and specialised lines have no single ad-valorem rate — confirmed per code at booking.

HS codes in Chapter 98

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What Is HS Chapter 98?

HS Chapter 98 covers special South African tariff provisions including rebates for OE components and household effects under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes to classify original equipment components, household effects, re-imports and special customs provisions for all import and export customs declarations.

Common Chapter 98 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 98

Goods in HS Chapter 98 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 98 Goods into South Africa

To import original equipment components, household effects, re-imports and special customs provisions 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 98 Goods with JLog

JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 98 — from freight quotes and carrier booking to customs clearance, SARS submission management, and delivery to your door.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What duty applies to special South African tariff provisions including rebates for OE components and household effects?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 98. 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 original equipment components, household effects, re-imports and special customs provisions?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 98. 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 original equipment components, household effects, re-imports and special customs provisions through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 98, including document preparation, SARS submission, and query management. Contact us for a quote.

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Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.

Chapter 98 FAQ — South African importers

What does Chapter 98 cover under SARS Schedule 1?

Chapter 98 is a South African national chapter that covers Original Equipment Components (OECs) imported by registered light motor vehicle manufacturers under the Automotive Production and Development Programme (APDP2). It is not part of the WCO Harmonized System; it is a SARS-specific chapter that lets registered importers clear OE components at duty-free or rebated rates instead of the substantive Chapter 27-96 duty.

Who is allowed to clear goods under Chapter 98?

Only motor vehicle manufacturers and component manufacturers registered with the International Trade Administration Commission (ITAC) under APDP2, holding a valid Production Rebate Certificate (PRC) or Volume Assembly Allowance (VAA), may declare components to Chapter 98. The 9801.00 series is restricted use; goods imported by anyone else under these tariff items will be reclassified to the substantive chapter and full duty raised at the port of entry.

Can JLog Cape Town clear a Chapter 98 entry for an APDP-registered importer?

Yes. JLog handles customs clearance from Woodstock, Cape Town — the SAD500 entry against the importer's ITAC permit and PRC at Cape Town Container Terminal, OR Tambo and Durban Harbour, rebate-code management, and reconciliation against the importer's eFiling profile. Contact us before the consignment arrives so we can pre-validate the permit reference and avoid a port hold.