South Africa HS Code

HS Code 210420: Homogenised composite food preparations in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 210420 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 210420 is the same in every WCO member country. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code for national tariff and statistical use. South Africa extends it under SACU CET.

Q: What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 210420?

South Africa classifies products under the SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET; locally SACU CET), which extends HS codes to 8 digits. The first 6 digits align with the WCO Harmonized System, and the rest cover national tariff and statistical needs.

Q: Where can I officially look up HS code 210420 in South Africa?

The official source is https://www.sars.gov.za/. For faster cross-country lookups, TradeInt's HS Code Tool consolidates classifications across all major countries in one place.

What is HS Code 210420 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 210420 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Homogenised composite food preparations. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 210420 belongs to Section IV: Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes, Chapter 21: Miscellaneous edible preparations, Heading 2104: Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations.

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Classification Path of HS Code 210420 in South Africa

Section IV

Chapters (16-24) Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

Chapter 21

Miscellaneous edible preparations

HS Code 2104

Soups and broths and preparations therefor; homogenised composite food preparations

HS Code 210420

Homogenised composite food preparations

HS Code 21042000

Homogenised Composite Food Preparations

South Africa Tariff Classification: SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)

In South Africa, HS 210420 is classified under the SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.

Tariff schedule SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)

Local name SACU CET

Digits 8

Official source https://www.sars.gov.za/

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Top Trading Product of HS Code 2104

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 2104

1 210410: Soups and broths and preparations therefor $2.3M 2 210420: Homogenised composite food preparations $110.2K

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 2104

1 210410: Soups and broths and preparations therefor $115.1M 2 210420: Homogenised composite food preparations $2.4M

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Related HS Code to South Africa Homogenised Composite Food Preparations (210420)

HS Code 21042000

Homogenised Composite Food Preparations

HS Code 210410

Soups and broths and preparations therefor

HS Code 210111

Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee : Extracts, essences and concentrates

HS Code 210112

Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee : Preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee

HS Code 210120

Extracts, essences and concentrates, of tea or maté, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates, or with a basis of tea or maté

HS Code 210130

Roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof

HS Code 210210

Active yeasts

HS Code 210220

Inactive yeasts; other singlecell microorganisms, dead

HS Code 210230

Prepared baking powders

HS Code 210310

Soya sauce

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 210420 in South Africa?

HS code 210420 covers Homogenised composite food preparations in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 21 (Miscellaneous edible preparations), Heading 2104 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 210420 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 210420?

Where can I officially look up HS code 210420 in South Africa?