HS Code 8409.91

Parts for petrol engines (pistons, valves)

Import duty, VAT & classification for South African importers

General customs duty 0%
Import VAT 15%
HS heading 8409.91
Statistical unit kg

HS code 8409.91 covers Parts for petrol engines (pistons, valves) — for example pistons, valves, gaskets. South Africa applies an indicative general customs duty of 0%, 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 (0%)R0
Import VAT (15% on ATV)R16,500
Estimated landed costR116,500

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 8409.91 sits in the tariff

Classification is decided at heading level first. Heading 8409 is “Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the engines of heading no. 8407 or 8408”. If your product is closer to one of the neighbouring subheadings below, that line — and its duty rate — is the one that applies.

  • 8409.10 Engines; parts of aircraft engines (spark-ignition reciprocating or rotary internal combustion piston engines)
  • 8409.91 Engines; parts, suitable for use solely or principally with spark-ignition internal combustion piston engines (for other than aircraft) — this page
  • 8409.99 Engines; parts for internal combustion piston engines (excluding spark-ignition)

Harmonised System HS 2022 nomenclature. See the whole of Chapter 84 →

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the import duty on parts for petrol engines (pistons, valves) in South Africa?

HS code 8409.91 (Parts for petrol engines (pistons, valves)) attracts an indicative general customs duty of 0% 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 pistons?

The Harmonised System heading for parts for petrol engines (pistons, valves) is 8409.91. 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.