On 18 November 2011 a notice appeared in respect of the proposed increase in the rate of customs duty on stainless steel sinks from 20% ad valorem to 30% ad valorem. The application was lodged by Franke Kitchen Systems (Pty) Ltd who reasoned that the stainless steel sinks industry was currently distressed as a result of low-price import of stainless steel sinks from China and other countries. An increase in the rate of customs duty from 20% ad valorem to 30% ad valorem will protect the local market and enable them to be more competitive. Comment due by 16 December 2011.
