South Africa HS CodeHS Code 520710: Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton in South Africa
What is HS Code 520710 in South Africa
Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 520710 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 520710 belongs to Section XI: Textiles and textile articles, Chapter 52: Cotton, Heading 5207: Cotton yarn (other than sewing thread) put up for retail sale.
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South Africa Tariff Classification: SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)
In South Africa, HS 520710 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/
Top Trading Product of HS Code 5207
Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 5207
1 520710: Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton $6.4M2 520790: Other $19.7KFigures shown for 2025.
For more 2026 recent data, search for South Africa import trade recordsTop South Africa export Product Under HS Code 5207
1 520790: Other $71.5K2 520710: Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton $20.3KFigures shown for 2025.
For more 2026 recent data, search for South Africa export trade recordsRelated HS Code to South Africa Retail Pure Cotton Yarn (520710)
HS Code 52071000
Containing 85 Per Cent Or More By Mass Of Cotton
HS Code 520790
Other
HS Code 520100
Cotton, not carded or combed
HS Code 520210
Yarn waste (including thread waste)
HS Code 520291
Other : Garnetted stock
HS Code 520299
Other : Other
HS Code 520300
Cotton, carded or combed
HS Code 520411
Not put up for retail sale : Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton
HS Code 520419
Not put up for retail sale : Other
HS Code 520420
Put up for retail sale
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 520710 in South Africa?
HS code 520710 covers Containing 85 % or more by weight of cotton in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 52 (Cotton), Heading 5207 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.
Is HS code 520710 the same across all countries?
What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 520710?
Where can I officially look up HS code 520710 in South Africa?