HS Code 5111 · MFN rates across 10 countries · 48 tariff lines · Updated 2026-03-29
High-duty product: Of a weight not exceeding 300 g/m 2 faces duties up to 22.0% in South Africa. Consider sourcing from an FTA partner country to reduce costs.
Average Most Favoured Nation applied tariff rates for Of a weight not exceeding 300 g/m 2 (HS 5111). MFN rates apply to all WTO member countries unless a preferential trade agreement is in force. Rates are ad valorem (percentage of customs value). Specific duties (per unit/weight) are not shown in this comparison.
| Country | Avg. MFN Rate | |
|---|---|---|
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 22.0% | |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 13.8% | |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 13.0% | |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | 10.0% | |
| 🇮🇳 India | 10.0% | |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 8.0% | |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 7.8% | |
| 🇦🇪 UAE | 5.0% | |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 5.0% | |
| 🇨🇳 China | 5.0% |
Free trade agreements can reduce or eliminate duty on of a weight not exceeding 300 g/m 2. To claim a preferential rate, the goods must meet rules of origin requirements and be accompanied by a valid certificate of origin or origin declaration.
| Route | Agreement | Rate | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom → South Africa | UK-SACU-EPA | Save 22.0% | |
| AO → South Africa | SADC-FTA | Save 22.0% | |
| NA → South Africa | SADC-FTA | Save 22.0% | |
| AO → South Africa | AFCFTA | Save 22.0% | |
| MU → South Africa | AFCFTA | Save 22.0% | |
| NA → South Africa | AFCFTA | Save 22.0% | |
| Thailand → India | IN-ASEAN-CECA | Save 10.0% | |
| PH → India | IN-ASEAN-CECA | Save 10.0% |
These indirect taxes apply in addition to customs duty. For India, IGST (Integrated GST) is levied on the assessable value plus customs duty. For Brazil, multiple taxes (IPI, PIS, COFINS, ICMS) apply sequentially. The rates below are standard rates — concessional rates may apply.
| Country | Tax | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 UAE | VAT | 5% |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | GST | 10% |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | IPI | 0% |
| 🇮🇳 India | GST | 5% |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | VAT | 15% |
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Calculate free →Data sources: National customs authorities (CBIC India, HMRC UK, USITC, CBP USA, SARS South Africa), WTO Tariff Profiles, and official gazette notifications. Rates shown are MFN applied rates as of 2026-03-29. Bound rates may differ. Sub-headings within HS 5111 may carry different rates — always verify at the 8 or 10-digit national tariff line for your specific product. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute customs advice.