HS Code 6303.92

Curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres)

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 30%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 6303.92
Statistical unit kg

HS code 6303.92 covers Curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres) — for example ready-made curtain panels, blockout curtains, voiles. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 30%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.

Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods

Customs value (CIF)R100,000
Customs duty (30%)R30,000
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R21,000
Estimated landed costR151,000

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.

Where HS 6303.92 sits in the tariff

Classification is decided at heading level first. Heading 6303 is “Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds; curtain or bed valances”. If your product is closer to one of the neighbouring subheadings below, that line — and its duty rate — is the one that applies.

  • 6303.12 Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds; curtain or bed valances, knitted or crocheted, of synthetic fibres
  • 6303.19 Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds; curtain or bed valances, knitted or crocheted, of textile materials other than synthetic fibres
  • 6303.91 Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances; of cotton, not knitted or crocheted
  • 6303.92 Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances; of synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted — this page
  • 6303.99 Curtains (including drapes) and interior blinds, curtain or bed valances; of textile materials other than cotton or synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted

Harmonised System HS 2022 nomenclature. See the whole of Chapter 63 →

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Data current as of 2026-08-06. 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.

6301.40 Blankets of synthetic fibres 30% duty + 15% VAT 6302.21 Bed linen of cotton (printed) 30% duty + 15% VAT 6302.60 Toilet & kitchen linen (towels) of cotton 30% duty + 15% VAT 6306.12 Tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres) 20% duty + 15% VAT 6307.90 Other made-up textile articles 30% duty + 15% VAT 6309.00 Worn clothing & used textiles 60% duty + 15% VAT

Frequently asked questions

What is the import duty on curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres) in South Africa?

HS code 6303.92 (Curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres)) attracts an indicative general customs duty of 30% in South Africa, plus 15% import VAT charged on the Added Tax Value. Verify the exact rate in the current SARS Tariff Book.

What is the HS code for ready-made curtain panels?

The Harmonised System heading for curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres) is 6303.92. South Africa uses an 8-digit tariff line based on this heading — confirm the precise 8-digit code in the SARS Tariff Book before importing.