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HS Codes Chapter 74 — Copper

HS Chapter 74 covers copper and articles thereof — copper cathodes, copper wire, copper pipe and copper alloy fittings. 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 74 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 74 shipment is held at the port of entry.

JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 74 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 74 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.

What Is HS Chapter 74?

HS Chapter 74 covers copper and articles thereof — including refined copper, copper alloys, wire, tubes, pipes, and fittings. South Africa imports copper wire, plumbing fittings, and electrical components. While SA is a copper producer, processed copper products are imported for manufacturing and construction.

Common Chapter 74 HS Codes

The most frequently used codes in this chapter for South African importers:

• HS Code 7401.00 — Copper mattes; cement copper (precipitated copper) | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7402.00 — Unrefined copper; copper anodes for electrolytic refining | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.11 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Cathodes and sections of cathodes | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.12 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Wire-bars | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.13 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Billets | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.19 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Other | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.21 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Copper-zinc base alloys (brass) | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.22 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Copper-tin base alloys (bronze) | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7403.29 — Refined copper and copper alloys, unwrought: Other copper alloys (excluding master alloys of heading 74.05) | South Africa Import & Export
• HS Code 7404.00.10 — Of refined copper | South Africa Import & Export

Import Duty and VAT for HS Chapter 74

Most goods in HS Chapter 74 attract import VAT of 15% plus applicable customs duty. Duty rates vary by subheading — use the links above to check the specific rate for your commodity, or contact JLog for a customs classification consultation.

Importing Chapter 74 Goods into South Africa

To import goods classified under Chapter 74 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 74 Goods with JLog

JLog manages copper product imports with secure transport for high-value metal cargo and proper customs classification across the various copper forms.

Contact JLog: info@jlog.co.za | 021 300 6099

Frequently Asked Questions

What duty applies to goods in HS Chapter 74?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 74. 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 74?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 74. 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 74 goods through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 74, 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 — HS code, duty and import VAT calculator
• HS Code Directory — Browse all South African tariff codes

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