HS code 0207.14 covers Frozen chicken cuts & offal (bone-in) — for example frozen bone-in chicken portions. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 37%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.
Chicken is one of SA's most protected lines — high ordinary duty plus active anti-dumping measures from several origins. Verify the current rate in Schedule 1 & 2.
Import permit / authority required. This tariff line is under import control (DALRRD (veterinary import permit)) — a permit or letter of authority is required for new goods. Secure it before your supplier ships.
Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods
| Customs value (CIF) | R100,000 |
| Customs duty (37%) | R37,000 |
| Import VAT (15% on ATV) | R22,050 |
| Estimated landed cost | R159,050 |
VAT is charged on the Added Tax Value (customs value + 10% upliftment for non-SACU imports + duties). Figures exclude clearing, freight and any anti-dumping/safeguard duty. For an exact, all-in figure use the Duty & VAT Calculator.
Data current as of 2026-06-01. Indicative general (MFN) rate — real duty can differ at 8-digit level, under trade agreements (SADC, EU-EPA) and by Government Gazette. This is guidance, not a tariff determination under s47(9) of the Customs & Excise Act, 1964. Verify against the current SARS Tariff Book.