1222

Optical instruments

Profit Code

1222

Loss Code

1223

Category

12 - Electrical and Electronic Equipment

Description

SARS profit code 1222 (loss: 1223) classifies Optical instruments within main category 12 (Electrical and Electronic Equipment). This code is used on the ITR14 company income tax return to indicate your business main source of income.

How to Use

When completing the ITR14, enter code 1222 in the profit code field if your business is primarily engaged in optical instruments. If your business made a loss, use code 1223 instead.

Note: The profit code is separate from the 5-digit SIC code also required on the ITR14. See our SARS tax guide for more details.

Other Codes in Category 12

CodeDescription
1202Electric motors and generators
1204Batteries
1206Wires and cables
1208Lighting equipment
1210Domestic appliances
1212Electronic components
1214Computers
1216Communication equipment
1218Consumer electronics
1220Measuring instruments