South Africa HS Code

HS Code 30059010: Absorbent gauze or muslin; bandages (excluding those manufactured from polyurethane resins and woven fabrics of glass fibre); boric and other absorbent lint; gauze or muslin swabs (including those containing X-ray detectable thread or tape) in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 30059010 the same across all countries?

Only the first 6 digits of HS code 30059010 are internationally harmonized. The remaining digits are added by South Africa under SACU CET and are not directly comparable to other countries' codes.

Q: What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 30059010?

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 30059010 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 30059010 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 30059010 is classified as Absorbent gauze or muslin; bandages (excluding those manufactured from polyurethane resins and woven fabrics of glass fibre); boric and other absorbent lint; gauze or muslin swabs (including those containing X-ray detectable thread or tape). South Africa's tariff system extends the WCO Harmonized System to 8 digits with national subdivisions. 30059010 belongs to Section VI: Products of the chemical or allied industries, Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical products, Heading 3005: Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes.

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Classification Path of HS Code 30059010 in South Africa

Section VI

Chapters (28-38) Products of the chemical or allied industries

Chapter 30

Pharmaceutical products

HS Code 3005

Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles (for example, dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes

HS Code 30059010

Absorbent gauze or muslin; bandages (excluding those manufactured from polyurethane resins and woven fabrics of glass fibre); boric and other absorbent lint; gauze or muslin swabs (including those containing X-ray detectable thread or tape)

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

In South Africa, HS 30059010 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 3005

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 3005

1 300590: Other $30.0M 2 300510: Adhesive dressings and other articles having an adhesive layer $29.2M

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 3005

1 300510: Adhesive dressings and other articles having an adhesive layer $23.8M 2 300590: Other $15.0M

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30059010 in Other Countries

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 30059010 in South Africa?

HS code 30059010 covers Absorbent gauze or muslin; bandages (excluding those manufactured from polyurethane resins and woven fabrics of glass fibre); boric and other absorbent lint; gauze or muslin swabs (including those containing X-ray detectable thread or tape) in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical products), Heading 3005 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 30059010 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 30059010?

Where can I officially look up HS code 30059010 in South Africa?