HS Code 2710.19

Lubricating oils & greases (petroleum)

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 0%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 2710.19
Statistical unit li

HS code 2710.19 covers Lubricating oils & greases (petroleum) — for example engine oil, hydraulic oil, greases. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 0%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.

Petroleum products may attract fuel/excise levies in addition to customs duty.

Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods

Customs value (CIF)R100,000
Customs duty (0%)R0
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R16,500
Estimated landed costR116,500

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.

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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.

2710.12 Light petroleum oils (petrol / motor spirit) 0% duty + 15% VAT 2710.20 Gas oils (diesel) with biodiesel 0% duty + 15% VAT