HS Code 6306.40.90 — Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other | South Africa Import

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Quick answer HS 6306.40.90 — Import duty 20% · VAT 15% on ATV (FOB + 10% uplift + duty) · Clearance via Cape Town, Johannesburg or Durban.
Import duty
20%
on FOB value
Import VAT
15%
on ATV
Duty base
FOB
SARS standard
Clearance
24–48h
Green channel

HS Code 6306.40.90: Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other

HS Code 6306.40.90 covers Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other for all import and export customs declarations.

Customs Duty Rate

The customs duty rate for HS Code 6306.40.90 is 20%. 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 6306.40.90?

This tariff heading covers Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other. 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 6306.40.90

To move goods under HS Code 6306.40.90 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 6306.40.90

JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 6306.40.90. 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 6306.40.90 used for?
HS Code 6306.40.90 is the official tariff code for Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods: Other under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.

What duty do I pay on HS Code 6306.40.90?
The customs duty rate is 20%. 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 6306.40.90?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 6306.40.90 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.

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Current SARS duty rates — HS 6306.40

ItemRate
AGOASee SARS Schedule 4 for AGOA-specific provisions
VAT15%

Last verified 16 Aug 2026 from SARS tariff book.

Shipping rates from South Africa — HS 6306.40

DestinationCarrierFrom (ZAR / 10kg)Transit days
CHFedEx2,046.903
NZFedEx2,225.085
BRFedEx2,873.898
JPFedEx2,225.085
CAFedEx2,315.034
INFedEx2,182.228
CNDHL Express5,418.293
SGFedEx2,225.085
AEFedEx2,182.225
NLFedEx2,046.903

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