HS Code 6306.12

Tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres)

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 20%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 6306.12
Statistical unit kg

HS code 6306.12 covers Tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres) — for example PVC tarpaulins, truck covers, shade awnings. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 20%, 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 (20%)R20,000
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R19,500
Estimated landed costR139,500

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.

Where HS 6306.12 sits in the tariff

Classification is decided at heading level first. Heading 6306 is “Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); sails for boats, sailboards or landcraft; camping goods”. If your product is closer to one of the neighbouring subheadings below, that line — and its duty rate — is the one that applies.

  • 6306.12 Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; of synthetic fibres — this page
  • 6306.19 Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds; of textile materials other than synthetic fibres
  • 6306.22 Tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); of synthetic fibres
  • 6306.29 Tents (including temporary canopies and similar articles); of textile materials other than synthetic fibres
  • 6306.30 Sails; for boats, sailboards or landcraft
  • 6306.40 Camping goods; pneumatic mattresses
  • 6306.90 Camping goods; (of textile materials), n.e.c in heading no. 6306

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 6303.92 Curtains & interior blinds (synthetic fibres) 30% 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 tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres) in South Africa?

HS code 6306.12 (Tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres)) attracts an indicative general customs duty of 20% 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 pvc tarpaulins?

The Harmonised System heading for tarpaulins, awnings & sunblinds (synthetic fibres) is 6306.12. 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.