HS code 8528.52 covers Monitors capable of connecting to a computer — for example LED computer monitors, gaming monitors. 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 cost | R116,500 |
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 8528.52 sits in the tariff
Classification is decided at heading level first. Heading 8528 is “Monitors and projectors, not incorporating television reception apparatus; reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus”. If your product is closer to one of the neighbouring subheadings below, that line — and its duty rate — is the one that applies.
- 8528.42 Monitors; cathode-ray tube, capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
- 8528.49 Monitors; cathode-ray tube, n.e.c. in subheading 8528.42, whether or not colour
- 8528.52 Monitors; other than cathode-ray tube; capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71 — this page
- 8528.59 Monitors other than cathode-ray tube; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.52, whether or not colour
- 8528.62 Projectors; capable of directly connecting to and designed for use with an automatic data processing machine of heading 84.71
- 8528.69 Projectors; n.e.c. in subheading 8528.62, whether or not colour
- 8528.71 Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; not designed to incorporate a video display or screen
- 8528.72 Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a colour video display or screen 25% duty
- 8528.73 Reception apparatus for television, whether or not incorporating radio-broadcast receivers or sound or video recording or reproducing apparatus; incorporating a monochrome video display or screen
Harmonised System HS 2022 nomenclature. See the whole of Chapter 85 →
Watch HS 8528.52 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 2026-08-06. 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.
More codes in Chapter 85 — Electrical machinery & equipment
Frequently asked questions
What is the import duty on monitors capable of connecting to a computer in South Africa?
HS code 8528.52 (Monitors capable of connecting to a computer) 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 led computer monitors?
The Harmonised System heading for monitors capable of connecting to a computer is 8528.52. 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.