Importing gas stoves into South Africa requires the correct HS code on your SAD500 customs declaration. The right classification determines your duty rate, VAT base, and whether you qualify for preferential tariff treatment.
Quick reference
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| HS Heading | 7321 |
| Chapter | 73 — Articles of iron or steel |
| General (MFN) duty | 20% |
| VAT on import | 15% on customs value + duty + 10% ATV uplift |
How SARS classifies gas stoves
Domestic cooking ranges, ovens, and stoves made of iron or steel fall under heading 7321. Gas stoves — including LPG and natural gas — are sub-heading 7321.11. The key classification trap is dual-fuel appliances: if the stove has an electric element in addition to gas burners, the electric element places it under heading 8516 (electrothermic appliances), not 7321. SARS looks at the primary heating mechanism to determine the correct chapter.
Preferential duty rates
South Africa maintains preferential tariff agreements with SADC member states, the EU (via the EPA), and AGOA. If your gas stoves originates from a preference country and you hold the correct certificate of origin — EUR.1 for EU goods or Form A for AGOA — your effective duty rate may be lower than the general rate above.
Total import cost breakdown
- Customs duty: 20% on the FOB customs value
- VAT: 15% on the ATV (FOB customs value + 10% uplift + duty)
- Port and terminal handling charges
- Customs clearance fee
- Last-mile delivery to your address
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