Of other textile materials

CN code 611239 covers men's or boys' swimwear of knitted fabrics made from textile materials other than synthetic fibres. In practice, this includes swimming trunks and swim shorts of cotton, artificial fibres or blends where synthetic fibre is not the dominant component by weight. Cotton swimwear is less common on the market due to cotton's inferior performance properties in water contact compared to synthetic fibres. Classification requires the dominant fibre by weight not to be a synthetic fibre. The article must be knitted and intended for bathing or swimming.

Men's swimwear classified under CN code 611239 is subject to standard requirements for textile products imported into the EU. Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 requires fibre composition labelling. REACH restricts hazardous substances in articles with skin contact. The GPSR Regulation requires product traceability and a responsible person within the EU. Swimwear should withstand chlorinated and salt water without dye or material degradation. Children's swimwear is subject to stricter mechanical safety requirements.

Import of men's swimwear under CN code 611239 represents a niche market segment. Cotton swimwear is imported mainly as beachwear and recreational products. The customs declaration must precisely describe the product and its intended use. Preferential duty rates are available under EU trade agreements. Import is seasonal. Customs authorities may verify tariff classification, particularly the distinction between swimwear and sports shorts.

Swimwear and ski suits under CN 6112 39 are subject to specific classification requirements within heading 6112. Swimwear must be intended exclusively for bathing - multipurpose beachwear may fall under different headings. Ski suits include one-piece and two-piece sets made from insulating materials. When importing sportswear with technical membranes, it is worth checking classification under heading 6113 (coated garments) for the correct tariff treatment.