PUBLISHER: South African Revenue Service (www.sars.gov.za)
The following Notice has been received:
- Notice 3727 – Increase in Customs Duty on Medium-Density Fibreboard (MDF)
PG Bison (Pty) Ltd has applied to ITAC for an increase in the customs duty on medium-density fibreboard (MDF), classified under tariff heading 44.11. The application proposes raising the duty from 10% ad valorem to 15% ad valorem.
The application follows a sharp increase in imports, particularly from China.
PG Bison states that Chinese imports rose by 114% between 2021 and 2023 and now account for 32% of total imports. Additionally, the applicant claims that import prices are significantly below local production costs, raising concerns about under-declaration and price undercutting.
The duty increase is meant to protect local investment, including the expansion of the Mkhondo plant. It is also intended to support job creation and sustain domestic MDF production for the SACU and AfCFTA markets.
Interested parties have until 13 February, 2026, to submit representations to ITAC
- Notice 3728 – Temporary Rebate Provision on Stainless Steel Butterfly Valves of diameter not exceeding 150mm
Guth SA (Pty) Ltd has applied to ITAC for the creation of a temporary rebate provision on stainless steel butterfly valves with an inside diameter not exceeding 150mm, classified under tariff subheading 8481.80.31. The application relates to valves used in the hygienic and liquid food industry.
While some stainless-steel butterfly valves are manufactured locally, the applicant states that valves meeting the required dimensions, grades, and sealing materials for food and beverage applications are not manufactured within SACU. The rebate is therefore intended to provide targeted relief without removing protection for other valve products.
Interested parties have until 13 February 2026 to submit comments