HS code 6309.00 covers Worn clothing & used textiles — for example second-hand clothing bales, used textiles & rags. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 60%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.
Worn clothing needs an ITAC import permit and is tightly controlled — most commercial applications are refused. All used goods need a permit regardless of code.
Import permit / authority required. This tariff line is under import control (ITAC (import permit) + DTIC) — 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 (60%) | R60,000 |
| Import VAT (15% on ATV) | R25,500 |
| Estimated landed cost | R185,500 |
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.
Watch HS 6309.00 for changes
Duty rates, anti-dumping measures and permit rules change by Government Gazette. We’ll email you if this code’s status shifts.
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.