57032900
CARPETS AND OTHER TEXTILE FLOOR COVERINGS›Carpets and other textile floor coverings (including turf), tufted, whether or not made up
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Classification
CN code 570329 covers other tufted carpets of man-made textile materials other than nylon. Tufting involves needling fibres into a textile backing. Polypropylene tufted carpets are the largest mass carpet segment. Major exporters are Belgium, Turkey, USA, and China.
Regulatory requirements
REACH, Textile Regulation, and GPSR apply. Tufted carpets may contain latex adhesives subject to REACH. VOC from new tufted carpets may be controlled.
Import and trade
CN code 570329. Belgium is a major tufted carpet producer. In 2026, the market is mature but stable.
Tufted synthetic carpets CN 5703 29 - EU market
CN code 5703 29 covers tufted carpets and floor coverings of synthetic or artificial fibres other than polyamide. Tufting involves inserting pile yarn into a backing, providing softness and pile density. Tufted carpets account for the majority of the carpet market. When importing, pile weight and attachment method are important.
Frequently asked questions
How do tufted carpets differ from woven?
Tufted carpets are made by needling fibres into a backing, while woven are produced on looms. Tufting is faster and cheaper, but woven carpets are typically more durable.
Is the backing of tufted carpets subject to REACH?
Yes. Latex and other backing materials may contain REACH-restricted substances. Testing should cover the entire product.
Which country is the largest tufted carpet producer?
Belgium is a major global tufted carpet producer with an industrial cluster in the Kortrijk region. The USA and Turkey are also important producers.
How to classify tufted polyester carpets CN 5703 29?
Tufted polyester carpets, as a synthetic fibre other than nylon, fall under CN 5703 29. Nylon (polyamide) tufted carpets have a separate code CN 5703 20. The pile fibre type determines classification.
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