HS Code 6201.40

Jackets, anoraks & coats (men's/unisex, man-made fibres)

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 45%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 6201.40
Statistical unit unit

HS code 6201.40 covers Jackets, anoraks & coats (men's/unisex, man-made fibres) — for example winter jackets, anoraks & windbreakers, padded coats. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 45%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.

Woven garments carry a high 45% ordinary duty — confirm the exact subheading for your fabric and gender split.

Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods

Customs value (CIF)R100,000
Customs duty (45%)R45,000
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R23,250
Estimated landed costR168,250

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.

6203.42 Men's trousers & shorts of cotton 45% duty + 15% VAT 6204.62 Women's trousers & shorts of cotton 45% duty + 15% VAT 6205.20 Men's shirts of cotton 45% duty + 15% VAT 6206.30 Women's blouses & shirts of cotton 45% duty + 15% VAT 6212.10 Brassieres 45% duty + 15% VAT