SIC Code 33190 for Repair of other equipment in South Africa
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What does SIC code 33190 cover?
SIC code 33190 (Repair of other equipment) officially classifies economic activities and establishments primarily engaged in repair of other equipment in South Africa. Under the official Standard Industrial Classification (SIC 7) published by Statistics South Africa, this subclass forms an integral component of Division 33 (Repair and installation of machinery and equipment) within Section C (Manufacturing).
Which businesses use SIC code 33190?
This SIC code is used by companies, registered entities and service providers whose core operating activity is focused on repair of other equipment. Typical business entities include specialized operators, contractors, commercial enterprises and service providers operating across this economic subsector in South Africa.
Where does SIC code 33190 sit in the SIC hierarchy?
Section C – Manufacturing
Section C encompasses the broader economic sector for manufacturing. View all codes in Section C →
Division 33 – Repair and installation of machinery and equipment
Division 33 organizes specialized subclasses relating to repair and installation of machinery and equipment. View all codes in Division 33 →
SETA and ETI information for SIC code 33190
SETA allocation
This SIC code is officially allocated to merSETA. 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.)
ETI eligibility
Employers operating under SIC code 33190 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 39319 – Repair of other equipment. When updating company records or CIPC registration profiles from older systems, map code 39319 directly to SIC 7 code 33190.
Related SIC codes in Division 33
Other official 5-digit subclasses under Division 33 (Repair and installation of machinery and equipment):
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 33190
What does SIC code 33190 cover in South Africa?
SIC code 33190 officially classifies establishments primarily engaged in repair of other equipment under Division 33 (Repair and installation of machinery and equipment), Section C in the Statistics South Africa SIC 7 standard.
Which businesses fall under SIC code 33190?
Companies, commercial enterprises, contractors and registered entities whose core operation is repair of other equipment use this SIC code for CIPC registration and SARS compliance.
Which SETA covers SIC code 33190?
This SIC code is allocated to merSETA for mandatory skills development levies, Workplace Skills Plans (WSP), and training grants.
Is SIC code 33190 eligible for ETI?
Employers operating under SIC code 33190 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 33190?
Under the previous SIC Edition 5 classification, this activity corresponded to code 39319 (Repair of other equipment).
Official sources
This classification data is sourced from official South African government publications:
- Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) – Standard Industrial Classification Edition 7
- South African Revenue Service (SARS) – Income Tax & ETI Guides
- Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) – Business Activity Registration
- Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) – SETA Landscape