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HS Codes Chapter 17 — Sugars & Confectionery
HS Chapter 17 covers sugars and sugar confectionery — cane sugar, glucose, lactose, chocolates and sweets. 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 17 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 17 shipment is held at the port of entry.
JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 17 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 17 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.
Typical duty: Free–37% · VAT 15% · 21 codes
Some heading-level and specialised lines have no single ad-valorem rate — confirmed per code at booking.
HS codes in Chapter 17
Most-searched codes first.
- 1701.13 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form: Cane…
- 1703.10 — Molasses resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar: Cane m…
- 1701.99 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form: Other
- 1702.90.90 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucos…
- 1703.90 — Molasses resulting from the extraction or refining of sugar: Other
- 1702.20 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1704.10 — Sugar confectionery (including white chocolate), not containing coc…
- HS 1701.13 Raw Cane Sugar — South Africa Import Guide
- 1701.12 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form: Beet…
- 1701.14 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form: Othe…
- 1701.91 — Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form: Cont…
- 1702.11 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.19 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.30 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.40 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.50 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.60 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucose a…
- 1702.90 — Other, including invert sugar and other sugar and sugar syrup blend…
- 1702.90.11 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucos…
- 1702.90.12 — Other sugars, including chemically pure lactose, maltose, glucos…
- 1704.90 — Other sugar confectionery not containing cocoa
JLog handles Sugars & Confectionery consignment clearance daily at ACS, OR Tambo and CTCT. Get a clearing quote
Related chapters
What Is HS Chapter 17?
HS Chapter 17 covers sugars, molasses and sugar confectionery under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes to classify cane sugar, beet sugar, fructose, molasses, sweets, chocolate-free confectionery and honey products for all import and export customs declarations.
Common Chapter 17 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 17
Goods in HS Chapter 17 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 17 Goods into South Africa
To import cane sugar, beet sugar, fructose, molasses, sweets, chocolate-free confectionery and honey products 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 17 Goods with JLog
JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 17 — 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 sugars, molasses and sugar confectionery?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 17. 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 cane sugar, beet sugar, fructose, molasses, sweets, chocolate-free confectionery and honey products?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 17. 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 cane sugar, beet sugar, fructose, molasses, sweets, chocolate-free confectionery and honey products through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 17, 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 — SARS importer/exporter registration
- HS Code Directory — Browse all South African tariff codes
Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.