South Africa HS Code

HS Code 40169530: Of rubberised fabric with hermetically sealed ends, for use as stoppers in the closing or sealing of pipes in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 40169530 the same across all countries?

Only the first 6 digits of HS code 40169530 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 40169530?

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 40169530 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 40169530 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 40169530 is classified as Of rubberised fabric with hermetically sealed ends, for use as stoppers in the closing or sealing of pipes. South Africa's tariff system extends the WCO Harmonized System to 8 digits with national subdivisions. 40169530 belongs to Section VII: Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof, Chapter 40: Rubber and articles thereof, Heading 4016: Other articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber.

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Classification Path of HS Code 40169530 in South Africa

Section VII

Chapters (39-40) Plastics and articles thereof; rubber and articles thereof

Chapter 40

Rubber and articles thereof

HS Code 4016

Other articles of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

HS Code 40169530

Of rubberised fabric with hermetically sealed ends, for use as stoppers in the closing or sealing of pipes

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

In South Africa, HS 40169530 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 4016

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 4016

1 401693: Other : Gaskets, washers and other seals $83.7M 2 401699: Other : Other $80.3M 3 401691: Other : Floor coverings and mats $6.7M

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 4016

1 401693: Other : Gaskets, washers and other seals $35.4M 2 401699: Other : Other $20.5M 3 401691: Other : Floor coverings and mats $3.9M

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Related HS Code to South Africa Inflatable Rubber Articles (40169530)

HS Code 40169510

Identifiable as integral parts of industrial machinery

HS Code 40169520

Of rubberised fabric, with hermetically sealed ends, for use as moulds in the manufacture, construction or maintenance of concrete pipes, voided (cavity) blocks, beams, slabs and structures

Other : Floor coverings and mats

HS Code 401692

Other : Erasers

HS Code 401693

Other : Gaskets, washers and other seals

HS Code 401694

Other : Boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable

HS Code 401699

Other : Other

HS Code 400110

Natural rubber latex, whether or not prevulcanised

40169530 in Other Countries

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 40169530 in South Africa?

HS code 40169530 covers Of rubberised fabric with hermetically sealed ends, for use as stoppers in the closing or sealing of pipes in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 40 (Rubber and articles thereof), Heading 4016 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 40169530 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 40169530?

Where can I officially look up HS code 40169530 in South Africa?