HS Code 9999.00.10 — Personal effects, new or used | South Africa Import & Export

HS Code 9999.00.10: Personal effects, new or used

HS Code 9999.00.10 covers Personal effects, new or used under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. SARS uses this code to classify Personal effects, new or used for all import and export customs declarations.

Customs Duty Rate

The customs duty rate for HS Code 9999.00.10 is free (0%). 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 9999.00.10?

This tariff heading covers Personal effects, new or used. 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 9999.00.10

To move goods under HS Code 9999.00.10 across South African borders, you’ll need to be registered with SARS as an importer or exporter (customs client code) before your first shipment. Once registered, JLog handles your customs clearance.

JLog Customs Clearance for HS Code 9999.00.10

JLog provides customs clearance for goods under HS Code 9999.00.10. We handle the full SARS submission — from checking documents to lodging declarations and managing SARS queries.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS Code 9999.00.10 used for?
HS Code 9999.00.10 is the official tariff code for Personal effects, new or used under the South African Harmonised Tariff Schedule. It appears on all customs declarations for these goods.

What duty do I pay on HS Code 9999.00.10?
The customs duty rate is free (0%). 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 9999.00.10?
Not legally, but most importers use one to ensure correct filing. JLog can clear goods under HS Code 9999.00.10 on your behalf.

Last updated: 2026. Source: SARS Harmonised Tariff Schedule.

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