South Africa HS Code

HS Code 871000: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles in South Africa

Q: Is HS code 871000 the same across all countries?

Yes — up to the 6-digit level, HS code 871000 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 871000?

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 871000 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 871000 in South Africa

Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 871000 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 871000 belongs to Section XVII: Vehicles, aircraft, vessels and associated transport equipment, Chapter 87: Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof, Heading 8710: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles.

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Classification Path of HS Code 871000 in South Africa

Section XVII

Chapters (86-89) Vehicles, aircraft, vessels and associated transport equipment

Chapter 87

Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof

HS Code 8710

Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

HS Code 871000

Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles

HS Code 87100000

Tanks And Other Armoured Fighting Vehicles, Motorised, Whether Or Not Fitted With Weapons, And Parts Of Such Vehicles

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

In South Africa, HS 871000 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 8710

Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 8710

1 871000: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles $32.7M

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Top South Africa export Product Under HS Code 8710

1 871000: Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles $31.3M

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Related HS Code to South Africa Military Tanks and Armoured Vehicles (871000)

HS Code 87100000

Tanks And Other Armoured Fighting Vehicles, Motorised, Whether Or Not Fitted With Weapons, And Parts Of Such Vehicles

HS Code 870110

Single axle tractors

HS Code 870120

Road tractors for semitrailers

HS Code 870130

Tracklaying tractors

HS Code 870191

Other, of an engine power : Not exceeding 18 kW

HS Code 870192

Other, of an engine power : Exceeding 18 kW but not exceeding 37 kW

HS Code 870193

Other, of an engine power : Exceeding 37 kW but not exceeding 75 kW

HS Code 870194

Other, of an engine power : Exceeding 75 kW but not exceeding 130 kW

HS Code 870195

Other, of an engine power : Exceeding 130 kW

HS Code 870210

With only compressionignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semidiesel)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 871000 in South Africa?

HS code 871000 covers Tanks and other armoured fighting vehicles, motorised, whether or not fitted with weapons, and parts of such vehicles in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 87 (Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock, and parts and accessories thereof), Heading 8710 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.

Is HS code 871000 the same across all countries?

What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 871000?

Where can I officially look up HS code 871000 in South Africa?