South Africa HS Code

HS Code 731010: Of a capacity of 50 l or more in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 731010 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 731010 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 731010?

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 731010 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 731010 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 731010 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Of a capacity of 50 l or more. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 731010 belongs to Section XV: Base metals and articles of base metal, Chapter 73: Articles of iron or steel, Heading 7310: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 l, whether or not lined or heatinsulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment.

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Classification Path of HS Code 731010 in South Africa

Section XV

Chapters (72-83) Base metals and articles of base metal

Chapter 73

Articles of iron or steel

HS Code 7310

Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (other than compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, of a capacity not exceeding 300 l, whether or not lined or heatinsulated, but not fitted with mechanical or thermal equipment

HS Code 731010

Of a capacity of 50 l or more

HS Code 73101000

Of A Capacity Of 50 Li Or More

HS Code 73101010

Conical steel drums of a capacity of 235 li or more

HS Code 73101090

Other

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

In South Africa, HS 731010 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 7310

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 7310

1 731029: Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Other $13.4M 2 731010: Of a capacity of 50 l or more $3.4M 3 731021: Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping $2.2M

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 7310

1 731029: Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Other $8.9M 2 731010: Of a capacity of 50 l or more $8.7M 3 731021: Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping $3.7M

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Related HS Code to South Africa Medium Steel Containers (50-300L) (731010)

HS Code 73101000

Of A Capacity Of 50 Li Or More

HS Code 73101010

Conical steel drums of a capacity of 235 li or more

HS Code 73101090

Other

HS Code 731021

Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Cans which are to be closed by soldering or crimping

HS Code 731029

Of a capacity of less than 50 l : Other

HS Code 730110

Sheet piling

HS Code 730120

Angles, shapes and sections

HS Code 730210

Rails

HS Code 730230

Switch blades, crossing frogs, point rods and other crossing pieces

HS Code 730240

Fishplates and sole plates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 731010 in South Africa?

HS code 731010 covers Of a capacity of 50 l or more in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 73 (Articles of iron or steel), Heading 7310 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 731010 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 731010?

Where can I officially look up HS code 731010 in South Africa?