Section C 23990

SIC Code 23990 for Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c. in South Africa

SIC Code
23990
Activity / Sector
Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c.
Section
Section C – Manufacturing
Division
Division 23 – Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products
SETA Allocation
CHIETA
ETI Status
Eligible
Compliance Risk Score
10 /10
Verified Official Source
International Crosswalk
Previous Edition Migration
Complete Hierarchy
Size/Threshold Documented
Trade or Export Match
Legacy Crosswalk
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Tax & Compliance 2026/27
Corporate27%
BTW / VAT15%
ETIAvailable
WageR27.58/h
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What does SIC code 23990 cover?

SIC code 23990 (Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c.) officially classifies economic activities and establishments primarily engaged in manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c. in South Africa. Under the official Standard Industrial Classification (SIC 7) published by Statistics South Africa, this subclass forms an integral component of Division 23 (Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products) within Section C (Manufacturing).

Which businesses use SIC code 23990?

This SIC code is used by companies, registered entities and service providers whose core operating activity is focused on manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c.. Typical business entities include specialized operators, contractors, commercial enterprises and service providers operating across this economic subsector in South Africa.

Where does SIC code 23990 sit in the SIC hierarchy?

Section C – Manufacturing

Section C encompasses the broader economic sector for manufacturing. View all codes in Section C →

Division 23 – Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products

Division 23 organizes specialized subclasses relating to manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products. View all codes in Division 23 →

SETA and ETI information for SIC code 23990

SETA allocation

This SIC code is officially allocated to CHIETA. Employers registered under this code submit their Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) and Annual Training Reports (ATR) to the relevant SETA to claim mandatory and discretionary skills development grants. (Note: The SIC code determines economic activity classification, whereas SETA allocation governs skills development levy administration and training grants.)

🎓 CHIETA
Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority

ETI eligibility

Employers operating under SIC code 23990 kwalifiseer om die Indiensnemingsbelastingaansporing (ETI) te eis vir kwalifiserende jong werknemers wat tussen die nasionale minimumloon en R6 500 per maand verdien, mits alle standaard SARS-belastingnakomingsvereistes nagekom word. See ETI guide & tax resources →

Previous SIC classification

Under the previous South African SIC Edition 5 classification, this activity corresponded to code 34290 – Other non-metallic mineral products. When updating company records or CIPC registration profiles from older systems, map code 34290 directly to SIC 7 code 23990.

Related SIC codes in Division 23

Other official 5-digit subclasses under Division 23 (Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products):

Related occupations for this industry

Note: These are occupations associated with the broader industry and do not determine a company's official SIC classification.

Business compliance references

SIC classification identifies a business activity for CIPC registration, SARS income tax returns, and sector licensing. Specific tax liabilities, corporate income tax (27%), VAT registration (15% mandatory above R1m turnover), and PAYE brackets depend on the company's legal entity structure and revenue rather than the SIC code itself. View South African tax resources →

Common questions about SIC code 23990

What does SIC code 23990 cover in South Africa?

SIC code 23990 officially classifies establishments primarily engaged in manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c. under Division 23 (Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products), Section C in the Statistics South Africa SIC 7 standard.

Which businesses fall under SIC code 23990?

Companies, commercial enterprises, contractors and registered entities whose core operation is manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products n.e.c. use this SIC code for CIPC registration and SARS compliance.

Which SETA covers SIC code 23990?

This SIC code is allocated to CHIETA for mandatory skills development levies, Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and training grants.

Is SIC code 23990 eligible for ETI?

Employers operating under SIC code 23990 are eligible to claim the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI) for qualifying young employees subject to standard SARS criteria.

What was the previous SIC 5 code for 23990?

Under the previous SIC Edition 5 classification, this activity corresponded to code 34290 (Other non-metallic mineral products).

Official sources

This classification data is sourced from official South African government publications: