HS Code 2401.20: Unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse: Tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed or stripped
HS Code 2401.20 covers Unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse: Tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed or stripped under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify Unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse: Tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed or stripped for all import and export customs declarations.
Customs Duty Rate
The customs duty rate for HS Code 2401.20 is 15% or 860c/kg less 85%. Duty is calculated on the FOB customs value (the goods value at the point of loading onto the carrier; international freight and insurance are not part of the duty base). Import VAT is then 15% of the Added Tax Value (ATV) — customs value + 10% uplift (for non-SACU origin; nil for BLNS countries) + non-rebated duty.
What Falls Under HS Code 2401.20?
This tariff heading covers Unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse: Tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed or stripped. All importers and exporters must use this code on SARS customs declarations (SAD500), commercial invoices, and shipping documents.
How to Import or Export Under HS Code 2401.20
To move goods under HS Code 2401.20 across South African borders, you must be registered with SARS as an importer or exporter. JLog’s TradeReady service handles SARS registration. Once registered, a customs declaration is lodged by you or a licensed broker.
JLog Customs Clearance for HS Code 2401.20
JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 2401.20. We handle the full SARS submission — from checking documents to lodging declarations and managing SARS queries.
We also provide ClearSA — real-time customs clearance tracking so you can monitor your SARS submission status at every step.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS Code 2401.20 used for?
HS Code 2401.20 is the official tariff code for Unmanufactured tobacco; tobacco refuse: Tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed or stripped under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.
What duty do I pay on HS Code 2401.20?
The customs duty rate is 15% or 860c/kg less 85%. Plus 15% VAT on import. Contact JLog for a full landed cost calculation including all applicable levies.
Do I need a customs broker for HS Code 2401.20?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 2401.20 on your behalf.
Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.
Related JLog Services
JLog provides customs clearance services for goods under this HS code. Our team handles SARS submissions, documentation, and query management.
- Customs Clearance South Africa — Full SARS clearance service
- ClearSA — Real-time customs monitoring platform
- TradeReady — SARS importer/exporter registration
- HS Code Directory — Browse all 10,402 South African tariff codes
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Current SARS duty rates — HS 2401.20
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| General duty | 15% or 860c/kg less 85% |
| SADC preferential | free |
| EU EPA | free |
| UK EPA | free |
| EFTA | 15% or 860c/kg less 85% |
| MERCOSUR | 15% or 860c/kg less 85% |
| AfCFTA | 6% or 344c/kg less 34% |
| AGOA | See SARS Schedule 4 for AGOA-specific provisions |
| VAT | 15% |
Last verified 23 Aug 2026 from SARS tariff book.
Shipping rates from South Africa — HS 2401.20
| Destination | Carrier | From (ZAR / 10kg) | Transit days |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH | FedEx | 2,701.96 | 3 |
| NZ | FedEx | 2,271.60 | 5 |
| BR | FedEx | 2,933.97 | 8 |
| JP | FedEx | 2,271.60 | 5 |
| CA | FedEx | 2,363.43 | 4 |
| IN | FedEx | 2,227.84 | 8 |
| CN | DHL Express | 5,437.37 | 3 |
| SG | FedEx | 2,271.60 | 5 |
| AE | FedEx | 2,227.84 | 5 |
| NL | FedEx | 2,140.69 | 3 |