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HS Codes Chapter 02 — Meat & Offal

HS Chapter 02 covers meat and edible meat offal — fresh and frozen beef, lamb, pork, poultry and offal. 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 02 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 02 shipment is held at the port of entry. Every consignment needs a DALRRD red-meat/poultry import permit and a VI1 health certificate; mismatched tariff headings trigger SARS stops.

Many Chapter 02 sub-headings carry ITAC-administered rebates or preferential duty under AGOA, SADC, EFTA, Mercosur and the UK EPA. Claiming them correctly requires a valid certificate of origin and a matched invoice value.

JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 02 goods moving through Cape Town. We prepare the SAD500, manage the submission to SARS, and support any ITAC or DAFF permitting your consignment requires. 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 02 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.

Typical duty: Free–82% · VAT 15% · 108 codes

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

HS codes in Chapter 02

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Show all 108 Chapter 02 codes
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What Is HS Chapter 02?

HS Chapter 02 covers fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes to classify fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal for all import and export customs declarations.

Common Chapter 02 HS Codes

Use the SARS tariff book to find the specific code for your product. Each code lists its current import duty rate, VAT treatment and customs notes.

Import Duty and VAT for HS Chapter 02

Duty on Chapter 02 goods ranges from free to 82% depending on the subheading, plus 15% VAT on the ATV (FOB customs value + 10% uplift for non-SACU origin + non-rebated duty). Check the individual HS code pages, or contact JLog for a landed-cost calculation.

Importing Chapter 02 Goods into South Africa

To import fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal into South Africa, you must be registered with SARS as an importer. All goods are declared on a SAD500 customs declaration. JLog’s DutyCheq service handles SARS importer registration, and our customs clearance team manages the SARS submissions.

Shipping Chapter 02 Goods with JLog

JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 02 — 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 fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal?
Rates range from free to 82% within HS Chapter 02, depending on the subheading. Use the HS code search above to confirm the specific rate, or contact JLog for a landed-cost estimate.

Do I need a permit to import fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 02. Some lines may require ITAC import permits, DAFF or health 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 fresh, chilled and frozen beef, pork, mutton, poultry and edible offal through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for goods in HS Chapter 02, including document preparation, SARS submission, and query management. Contact us for a quote.

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Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule (Schedule 1 Part 1).

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