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ANALYSIS OF SECTION XVII OF THE HS NOMENCLATURE

ANALYSIS OF SECTION XVII OF THE HS NOMENCLATURE An analysis of Section XVII of the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature, which covers vehicles, aircraft, vessels, and associated transport equipment, reveals a structured classification system governed by a series of detailed notes. These notes define the scope of the section, establish rules for classifying parts and accessories, […]

ANALYSIS OF SECTION XVI OF THE HARMONISED SYTEM

Analysis of the Legal Notes to Section XVI of the Harmonized System This document provides a note-by-note analysis of the legal notes governing Section XVI of the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature, which covers Machinery and Mechanical Appliances, Electrical Equipment, and parts thereof. Understanding these notes is crucial for the correct classification of goods within Chapters […]

ANALYSIS OF SECTION XV OF THE HS NOMENCLATURE

SECTION XV ANALYSIS This document provides a detailed explanation of the Harmonized System (HS) Nomenclature for Section XV, which covers “Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal.” These explanatory notes are essential for correctly classifying goods within this section for customs and trade purposes. The notes establish definitions, rules, and exclusions that govern the classification […]

CURRENT RETAIL SELLING PRICE FOR NEW VEHICLE TAXATION IN KENYA FROM JULY 2025

Make Model Model number Transmission Drive Configuration Engine Capacity Body Type GVW Seating Fuel CRSP (KES.) AIWAYS U5 AT FWD 63 kWh SUV 2,155 5 ELECTRIC                 5,910,345 AIWAYS U6 AT FWD 63 kWh SUV 1,820 5 ELECTRIC                8,232,266 AUDI 3.0TFSI QUATTRO S LINE PACKAGE WAUZZZ4M8JD01 AT 4WD 3000 SUV GASOLINE               16,210,629 AUDI […]

TAX APPEALS TRIBUNAL DECISION ON THE HS CLASSIFICATION OF APPLE PLUS

REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE TAX APPEALS TRIBUNAL AT NAIROBI TAX APPEAL NO. 481 OF 2022 KENYA BREWERIES LIMITED APPELLANT -VERSUS- COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS AND BORDER CONTROL RESPONDENT BACKGROUND JUDGEMENT The Appellant is a limited liability company incorporated under the Companies Act of Kenya licensed to manufacture and sell both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The […]

TAX APPEALS TRIBUNAL DECISION ON THE HS CLASSIFICATION OF SOLAR WATER HEATERS

REPUBLIC OF KENYA IN THE TAX APPEALS TRIBUNAL AT THE NAIROBI REGISTRY TAX APPEAL NO. 144 OF 2022 BOBECO LIMITED APPELLANT -VERSUS- COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS & BORDER CONTROL RESPONDENT     BACKGROUND JUDGEMENT 1.The Appellant is a private limited company incorporated in Kenya under the Companies Act, 2015 laws of Kenya. 2.The Respondent is appointed […]

Application for Advance Ruling for the HS Classification of Andolex C Lozenges Honey/Lemon

7th,  August,2023   The Chief Manager, Business Intelligence & Analysis Kenya Revenue Authority Times Towers Nairobi, Kenya   Dear Madam,   REF: Application for Guidance for the HS Classification  for Andolex C Lozenges Honey/Lemon We are the authorized Importers and Distributors of the above-mentioned product supplied by iNova Pharmaceuticals.  We are writing to request for […]

Application for Advance Ruling for Orthopaedic Implants>>Tax Consultant

28th July,2023   The Chief Manager, Business Intelligence & Analysis Kenya Revenue Authority Times Towers Nairobi, Kenya   Dear Madam,   REF: Application for Advance Ruling for Orthopaedic Implants We are writing to request for a HS classification, advance ruling,  for five types of orthopaedic implants namely: Plates 2) Screws  3) Intramedullary Nails/Rods  4) Washers  […]

HS Code Classification Artificial Joints : HS Code HS Classification

REF: ADVANCE RULING APPEAL HS Classification Artificial Joints Reference is made to your letters:xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx The letters address the HS Classification of hip and knee, joint replacement, components. The advance ruling placed the items at subheading 9021.39, which we disagree with.  We have extracted the relevant Explanatory Notes and at the end of each extract, find […]

HS Code Classification of Spinal Implants>HS Code HS Classification

REF: Application for Advance Ruling for Spinal Implants We are writing to request for an advance ruling  for Orthopaedic Spine Trauma Systems which are composed of Plates, Screws, Connecting Rods,  Connectors, Nuts,  Screws, Cage System, Hooks, Rods, Plate with Rod, Staples as, as per  section 248(A) of EACCMA.  Our proposed HS Classification is 9021.10.00.  In […]

HS CLASSIFICATION OF FERTILIZER HEADING 38.24 VS 31.05

Manuchar Kenya Limited v Commissioner of Customs and Border Control (Tax Appeal E962of2024) 2025KETAT240(KLR) (21May2025) (Judgment)

FINANCE BILL 2025 KENYA

The Finance Bill 2025

HS CLASSIFICATION OF LAVENDER TOTAL FERTILIZER

Greenlife Crop Protection Africa Ltd v Commissioner of Customs and Border Control (Tax Appeal E691of2023) 2024KETAT1150(KLR) (1August2024) (Judgment)

HS CLASSIFICATION OF ANIMAL FEED PREMIXES

Lionpro Group K Limited v Commissioner of Customs Border Control (Tax Appeal 426of2022) 2023KETAT561(KLR) (Commercial and Tax) (29June2023) (Judgment)

HS CLASSIFICATION OF BOTOX

Laborex Kenya Limited v Commissioner of Customs and Border Control (Tax Appeal E570of2023) 2024KETAT1582(KLR) (Commercial and Tax) (11October2024) (Judgment)

APPLICATION OF TRANSACTION VALUE METHOD

Sintel Security Print Solutions v Commissioner of Customs and Border Control (Tax Appeal E147of2024) 2025KETAT121(KLR) (7February2025) (Judgment) (1)