Customs procedures causing delays in UK exports of medical equipment to South Africa
Trade barrier summary
This affects UK exporters of medical equipment to South Africa. Customs officials are not correctly classifying certain medical equipment as either a medical device, or a connectivity application that communicates wirelessly. All South African imports are classified according to an appropriate tariff code, in line with the international Harmonised Commodity and Coding System. This means trade in advanced medical technologies is being affected. This barrier is linked to the Customs and Excise Act (Act No. 91 of 1964).
Sectors affected
- Healthcare services
Resolved
No
Date reported
25 September 2020
Last updated
18 December 2020
Public ID
PID-94KNLG
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