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HS Codes Chapter 69 — Ceramics
HS Chapter 69 covers ceramic products — ceramic tiles, bricks, sanitaryware, tableware and industrial ceramics. 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 69 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 69 shipment is held at the port of entry.
JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 69 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 69 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.
Typical duty: Free–30% · VAT 15% · 30 codes
Some heading-level and specialised lines have no single ad-valorem rate — confirmed per code at booking.
HS codes in Chapter 69
Most-searched codes first.
- HS 691110: Porcelain Tableware — South Africa Import, Export & Duty Guide
- 6909.19 — Other ceramic laboratory or chemical wares
- 6909.11 — Ceramic laboratory or chemical wares of porcelain
- 6901.00 — Bricks, blocks and tiles of siliceous fossil meals
- 6902.10 — Refractory bricks containing >50% magnesia or chromite
- 6902.20 — Refractory bricks containing >50% alumina or silica
- 6902.90 — Other refractory bricks and blocks
- 6903.10 — Other refractory ceramic goods (for example, retorts, crucibles, mu…
- 6903.20 — Other refractory ceramic goods (for example, retorts, crucibles, mu…
- 6903.90 — Other refractory ceramic goods (for example, retorts, crucibles, mu…
- 6904.10 — Building bricks of ceramics
- 6904.90 — Ceramic building bricks, flooring blocks, support or filler tiles a…
- 6905.10 — Ceramic roofing tiles
- 6905.90 — Roofing tiles, chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural o…
- 6906.00 — Ceramic pipes, conduits, guttering and pipe fittings
- 6907.21 — Unglazed ceramic tiles (absorption ≤0.5%)
- 6907.22 — Unglazed ceramic tiles (absorption 0.5-10%)
- 6907.23 — Glazed ceramic tiles (absorption ≤0.5%)
- 6907.30 — Ceramic mosaic cubes and similar articles
- 6907.40 — Ceramic finishing ceramics (trims, corners)
- 6909.12 — Ceramic wares for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses; cer…
- 6909.90 — Ceramic troughs, tubs for agriculture/transport
- 6910.10 — Ceramic sinks, basins and baths of porcelain
- 6910.90 — Other ceramic sanitary fixtures
- 6911.90 — Other household articles of porcelain or china
Show all 30 Chapter 69 codes
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Related chapters
What Is HS Chapter 69?
HS Chapter 69 covers the goods classified under Chapter 69 of the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes for all import and export customs declarations under this chapter.
Common Chapter 69 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 69
Goods in HS Chapter 69 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 69 Goods into South Africa
To import goods classified under Chapter 69 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 69 Goods with JLog
JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 69 — 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 goods in HS Chapter 69?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 69. 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 goods classified under HS Chapter 69?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 69. 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 HS Chapter 69 goods through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 69, 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.