HS code: 630260 · Chapter: 63 · Heading: 6302 · Latest reporting year: 2025 · Group: Defend / Grow
HS 6302.60.10 covers embroidered bed, table, toilet and kitchen linen imported into South Africa. Under this six-digit subheading, the General (MFN) customs duty under SARS Schedule 1 is 30%. The customs value is the FOB (free on board) value of the goods — freight and insurance are excluded. Import VAT is then VAT = ((FOB customs value × 1.10) + customs duty) × 15%. JLog is a Cape Town customs clearance specialist, based in Woodstock, that clears consignments under HS 6302.60.10 through Cape Town and OR Tambo with direct FedEx and DHL accounts and paired customs work at both ends. On a R2 000 declared consignment the duty is about R600 and import VAT about R420, for roughly R3 020 landed before freight. For an exact, classification-checked landed cost, request a JLog quote.
At a glance
- South Africa exported $30.75M worth of Kitchen and toilet linen under HS 630260 in 2025.
- South Africa imported $197.64M worth of the same goods in 2025.
- The 2025 trade balance is a $166.89M deficit.
- Top export destinations: Namibia, Botswana, Eswatini.
- Top import origins: Botswana, India, Pakistan.
What HS 630260 covers
HS 630260 is the six-digit Harmonised System code for Kitchen and toilet linen; of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. It sits within Chapter 63 (heading 6302) of the World Customs Organisation tariff structure that South Africa applies through SARS as the SACU common external tariff. The HS6 level is the most granular code shared internationally — your country may add two or four further digits for its national tariff (in South Africa, the full eight-digit code is the SARS tariff line).
Importers and exporters use this code on every customs declaration: Bill of Entry SAD500, commercial invoice, and packing list. Getting the HS code right is the single biggest determinant of the duty rate you pay, the permits you need, and whether your shipment clears Customs at the first attempt.
South Africa trade flows under HS 630260
The table below shows annual South African trade values reported to UN Comtrade for HS 630260. All figures are in USD, sourced directly from the UN Comtrade API (reporterCode=710, partnerCode=0 — World aggregate).
| Year | Exports (USD) | Imports (USD) | Net trade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30.75M | $197.64M | $-166,887,124 |
| 2024 | $24.40M | $175.02M | $-150,624,610 |
| 2023 | $23.43M | $158.84M | $-135,418,125 |
| 2022 | $26.06M | $184.36M | $-158,302,718 |
| 2021 | $27.06M | $176.26M | $-149,202,188 |
In 2025, reported net weight on exports was 4.58M kg and imports 30.47M kg — useful context when sizing containers and air uplift.
Where the trade goes
Top 10 export destinations — 2025
| Rank | Country | Export value (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Namibia | $11.85M |
| 2 | Botswana | $5.59M |
| 3 | Eswatini | $2.51M |
| 4 | Zambia | $2.42M |
| 5 | Lesotho | $2.08M |
| 6 | United Rep. of Tanzania | $1.27M |
| 7 | Zimbabwe | $1.24M |
| 8 | Mozambique | $867.1K |
| 9 | Malawi | $661.1K |
| 10 | Kenya | $364.0K |
Top 10 import origins — 2025
| Rank | Country | Import value (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botswana | $66.53M |
| 2 | India | $58.11M |
| 3 | Pakistan | $56.43M |
| 4 | China | $10.75M |
| 5 | Portugal | $2.78M |
| 6 | Türkiye | $1.36M |
| 7 | Bangladesh | $885.5K |
| 8 | United Arab Emirates | $218.0K |
| 9 | Italy | $162.5K |
| 10 | Lithuania | $62.5K |
Customs and compliance specifics
- South African tariff lookup: Search the SARS Schedule 1 Part 1 tariff book for the eight-digit line that starts with
630260. The duty rate, VAT (15%), and any rebates or surcharges live on the eight-digit line, not the six-digit HS code. - Bill of Entry SAD500: This code is what your clearing agent enters into the Customs Procedure Code (CPC), Tariff Heading, and Statistical fields. The HS6 must match what you put on the commercial invoice.
- Origin documents: If you are exporting under AGOA, SADC, SACU-EFTA, EU EPA, UK EPA, or Mercosur preferences, the certificate of origin and supplier declaration reference the HS code. A wrong code voids the preference.
- Permits: Some HS codes in this range may require ITAC import permits, SAPS firearms control board sign-off, DALRRD agriculture permits, or CITES wildlife trade certificates. Check the SARS Prohibited and Restricted Imports list before shipping.
How JLog helps with HS 630260
General customs entry, freight optimisation across air/sea/road, value-protected handling for higher-priced consignments, and duty-line guidance for both inbound and outbound moves.
Freight modes we use for this lane: Air freight, ocean LCL/FCL, road freight.
JLog is a specialist South African 3PL based in Cape Town, with direct accounts with FedEx, DHL Express, MDS Collivery, Bob Go, and 11 domestic couriers. We are the official carrier for the Investec Cape Town Art Fair and handle inbound and outbound flows for e-commerce merchants, manufacturers, galleries, and freight forwarders across Southern Africa.
To get a quote for HS 630260 shipments — including duty-line modelling, container consolidation, and customs entry — contact us at [email protected] or +27 21 300 6099.
Frequently asked questions
What is HS code 630260?
HS 630260 is the six-digit Harmonised System tariff code for Kitchen and toilet linen; of terry towelling or similar terry fabrics, of cotton. It is the internationally standardised code used on customs declarations, certificates of origin, and shipping documentation worldwide.
How much duty do I pay on HS 630260 in South Africa?
The duty rate is set on the eight-digit SARS tariff line that starts with 630260. South Africa applies the SACU common external tariff plus 15% VAT on the customs value. Preferential rates may apply under SADC, EU EPA, UK EPA, EFTA, AGOA, or Mercosur agreements. Contact JLog for a duty estimate on your specific cargo.
Which countries does South Africa trade HS 630260 with?
South Africa’s top export destinations for HS 630260 include Namibia, Botswana, Eswatini. Top import origins include Botswana, India, Pakistan.
Do I need a permit to import or export under HS 630260?
Some HS codes in this range require ITAC import permits, SAPS clearance, DALRRD agriculture certificates, or CITES wildlife trade permits. JLog’s customs desk will check the SARS Prohibited and Restricted Imports list and the ITAC permit register before quoting the shipment.
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Import duty, VAT and a worked landed-cost example for HS 6302.60.10
General customs duty: 30% · VAT: 15% on the ATV
Preferential rates (with a valid origin certificate, e.g. EUR.1): EU/UK: 18% · EFTA: 15% · SADC: Free · AfCFTA: 30%
Duty basis: the General/MFN rate from SARS Schedule 1. The customs value is the FOB goods value (freight and insurance excluded). Only the country of origin, with a valid origin certificate, unlocks a preferential rate.
Worked example — R2 000 declared consignment:
| Customs value (FOB goods value) | R2 000 |
| Customs duty (General): 30% | R600 |
| ATV = (R2 000 × 1.10) + R600 | R2 800 |
| Import VAT (15% of ATV) | R420 |
| Duty + VAT payable | R1 020 |
| Landed cost before freight | R3 020 |
Duty is charged on the FOB customs value only — freight and insurance are excluded. VAT = ((FOB customs value × 1.10) + customs duty) × 15%. The 10% upliftment does not apply to goods of BLNS/SACU origin (Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, Eswatini). Freight, insurance and clearing fees are added to the total on top. Figures are indicative; request a quote for an exact, classification-checked landed cost.
Last updated: 4 July 2026
Speak to JLog’s Cape Town customs team: [email protected] · 021 300 6099
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Current SARS duty rates — HS 6302.60
| Item | Rate |
|---|---|
| AGOA | See SARS Schedule 4 for AGOA-specific provisions |
| VAT | 15% |
Last verified 26 Jul 2026 from SARS tariff book.
Shipping rates from South Africa — HS 6302.60
| Destination | Carrier | From (ZAR / 10kg) | Transit days |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH | FedEx | 2,054.03 | 3 |
| NZ | FedEx | 2,232.84 | 5 |
| BR | FedEx | 2,883.90 | 8 |
| JP | FedEx | 2,232.84 | 5 |
| CA | FedEx | 2,323.09 | 4 |
| IN | FedEx | 2,189.82 | 8 |
| CN | DHL Express | 5,294.28 | 3 |
| SG | FedEx | 2,232.84 | 5 |
| AE | FedEx | 2,189.82 | 5 |
| NL | FedEx | 2,054.03 | 3 |