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HS Codes Chapter 87 — Vehicles

HS Chapter 87 covers vehicles other than railway or tramway — passenger cars, trucks, tractors, motorcycles, trailers and vehicle parts. 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 87 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 87 shipment is held at the port of entry.

JLog coordinates customs clearance for Chapter 87 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 87 below, or request a quote for clearing your next consignment.

HS codes in Chapter 87 — Vehicles

Browse the most-requested HS code pages in this chapter. The full chapter has 339 subheadings — these are the conceptual entry points; each links to the full SARS duty rate, VAT, and permit detail.

• HS 8701.10 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Single axle tractors
• HS 8701.21 — With only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel)
• HS 8701.22 — With compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel) and electric …
• HS 8701.23 — With both spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine and electric motor as motors for propu…
• HS 8701.24 — With only electric motor for propulsion
• HS 8701.29 — Other
• HS 8701.30 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Track-laying tractors
• HS 8701.91 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Not exceeding 18 kW
• HS 8701.92 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Exceeding 18 kW but not exceeding 37 kW
• HS 8701.93 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Exceeding 37 kW but not exceeding 75 kW
• HS 8701.94 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 130 kW
• HS 8701.95 — Tractors (excluding tractors of heading 87.09): Exceeding 130 kW

What Is HS Chapter 87?

HS Chapter 87 covers the goods classified under Chapter 87 of the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses these codes for all import and export customs declarations under this chapter.

Common Chapter 87 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 87

Goods in HS Chapter 87 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 87 Goods into South Africa

To import goods classified under Chapter 87 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 87 Goods with JLog

JLog handles the full import and export process for goods in HS Chapter 87 — from freight quotes and carrier booking to customs clearance, SARS submission management, and delivery to your door.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What duty applies to goods in HS Chapter 87?
Duty rates vary by subheading within HS Chapter 87. 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 87?
Permit and compliance requirements vary by HS subheading and end-use within Chapter 87. 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 87 goods through SARS for me?
Yes. JLog provides full customs clearance for all goods in HS Chapter 87, 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.