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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat import tariff triggered to R0.00

18/05/2026
The South African wheat import tariff triggered to a tariff-free rate of R0.00/ton on 12 May 2026, following continued increases in international wheat prices. Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat import tariff updated – 15 May 2026

15/05/2026
The decreased wheat tariff from R619.00 to R153.70 per ton was published by SARS on 14 May 2026 for effective implementation on 15 May 2026. Read more >
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SADC-EU EPA TRQ Publications

27/03/2026
On 27 March 2026, the revised tariff rate quotas (TRQ) for wheat were published, as part of the SADC-EU EPA. This includes the re-allocation for 2025 and new allocation for 2026. Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Lower wheat import tariff triggered

19/03/2026
The wheat tariff is set for a significant adjustment following the latest trigger calculation… Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat import tariff updated – 12 February 2026

12/02/2026
The decreased wheat tariff from R851.50 to R619.00 per ton was published today by SARS. This tariff will be implemented on 13 February 2026. Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Lower South African wheat import tariff triggered

27/11/2025
South Africa’s wheat import tariff was triggered for a reduction today, setting a new duty of approximately R616/ton or R236 lower. However, this lower tariff will not take effect until it is officially published in the Government Gazette and there is currently no fixed timeline for implementation under the existing implementation process. Until publication, the higher rate of R851.50/ton remains applicable.
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Higher wheat import tariff triggered

Higher wheat import tariff triggered

13/06/2025
South Africa's import wheat tariff has been increased, and Dr André van der Vyver from SACOTA explains what this means for the industry and the consumer. Watch the interview >
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Government Gazette

Wheat import tariff amendment application update

15/05/2025
{ Access for SACOTA members only } – Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Wheat import tariff of R422.00 implemented – 25 October 2024

25/10/2024
The updated Wheat Import Tariff of R422.00/ton has been implemented on 25 October 2024. The Tariff is calculated according to the variable tax formula. Read more >
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Wheat Import Tariff Reference Price Revision and Implementation Methodology

Revised Wheat Tariff Rate Quotas Published in Government Gazette

14/10/2024
On 4 October 2024, the revised tariff rate quotas (TRQ) for wheat, as part of the Southern African Development Community-European Union Economic Partnership Agreement (SADC-EU EPA), were officially published in the Government Gazette. Read more >
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