HS 9405.99 covers other luminaires and lighting fittings including searchli… imported into South Africa. Under this six-digit subheading, the customs duty is set at the 8-digit tariff line and ranges from free to 20% — the breakdown below (and the scanner) pin down your exact line. 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 9405.99 through Cape Town and OR Tambo with direct FedEx and DHL accounts and paired customs work at both ends. Import VAT of 15% is charged on the added-tax value (ATV), and the worked breakdown below shows the landed cost per tariff line. For an exact, classification-checked landed cost, request a JLog quote.
HS Code 9405.99: Other parts of lamps
HS Code 9405.99 covers Other parts of lamps under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify Other parts of lamps for all import and export customs declarations.
Customs Duty Rate
The customs duty rate for HS Code 9405.99 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 9405.99?
This tariff heading covers Other parts of lamps. 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 9405.99
To move goods under HS Code 9405.99 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 9405.99
JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 9405.99. We handle the full SARS submission — from checking documents to lodging declarations and managing SARS queries.
We also provide DutyCheq — real-time customs clearance tracking so you can monitor your SARS submission status at every step.
Contact JLog: [email protected] | 021 300 6099
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Import duty, VAT and a worked landed-cost example for HS 9405.99
Customs duty: set at the 8-digit tariff line — see the breakdown below · VAT: 15% on the ATV
The customs value is the FOB goods value (freight and insurance excluded).
Duty by 8-digit line (SARS Schedule 1):
| 8-digit line | Description | General duty |
|---|---|---|
| 9405.99.27 | – – For shadowless lamps and ships navigation lamps | Free (0%) |
| 9405.99.90 | – – Other | 20% |
Not sure which line your product falls under? Check it with the scanner.
Worked example at the 9405.99.90 line (20%) on a R2 000 consignment:
| Customs value (FOB) | R2 000 |
| Customs duty (20%) | R400 |
| ATV = (R2 000 × 1.10) + R400 | R2 600 |
| Import VAT (15% of ATV) | R390 |
| Landed cost before freight | R2 790 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS Code 9405.99 used for?
HS Code 9405.99 is the official tariff code for Other parts of lamps under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.
What duty do I pay on HS Code 9405.99?
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 9405.99?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 9405.99 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
- DutyCheq — Real-time customs monitoring platform
- TradeReady — SARS importer/exporter registration
- HS Code Directory — Browse all 10,402 South African tariff codes
JLog — Customs Clearance and Logistics Technology, Cape Town
Current SARS duty rates — HS 9405.99
| 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 9405.99
| Destination | Carrier | From (ZAR / 10kg) | Transit days |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH | FedEx | 3 | |
| NZ | FedEx | 5 | |
| BR | FedEx | 8 | |
| JP | FedEx | 5 | |
| CA | FedEx | 4 | |
| IN | FedEx | 8 | |
| CN | DHL Express | 3 | |
| SG | FedEx | 5 | |
| AE | FedEx | 5 | |
| NL | FedEx | 3 |