HS Code 7318.15

Screws & bolts of iron or steel

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 15%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 7318.15
Statistical unit kg

HS code 7318.15 covers Screws & bolts of iron or steel — for example structural bolts, self-tapping screws, fasteners. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 15%, on top of which 15% import VAT is charged.

Fasteners from some origins face anti-dumping duty — see risk flags below.

This code may carry extra import risk

Anti-dumping duty recently applied — verify if renewed. An anti-dumping duty against China applied to this code until 2025-09-13. Example rate on record: 166.07%. A final determination may follow — check the current SARS Schedule 2 before ordering.

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Worked example: landed cost on R100,000 of goods

Customs value (CIF)R100,000
Customs duty (15%)R15,000
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R18,750
Estimated landed costR133,750

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.

7308.90 Structural steel — sections, angles & shapes 10% duty + 15% VAT 7321.11 Gas cooking stoves, hobs & ranges (domestic) 20% duty + 15% VAT 7323.93 Stainless steel kitchen & tableware 20% duty + 15% VAT 7326.90 Other articles of iron or steel 15% duty + 15% VAT