62043300
ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, NOT KNITTED OR CROCHETED›Women's or girls' suits, ensembles, jackets, blazers, dresses, skirts, divided skirts, trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts (other than swimwear)
Of synthetic fibres
Classification of CN code 620433
CN code 620433 covers women's and girls' jackets of synthetic fibers, other than knitted or crocheted, presented as standalone articles. Synthetic fibers include polyester, polyamide, and acrylic. Jackets from polyester or polyester blends where polyester predominates by weight are classified under this code. Synthetic jackets are popular in business wear for crease resistance and lower cost. Classification requires jacket characteristics - outerwear with sleeves, collar, and front fastening. A jacket presented individually is classified under 620433, while as a suit component under 620413.
Safety requirements
Synthetic fiber jackets are subject to labeling requirements of Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011. REACH requirements apply to disperse dyes, PFAS substances in finishes, and formaldehyde. Metal components must comply with nickel limits. The GPSR requires traceability and risk assessment. Lining covering more than 30 percent of the surface requires separate composition marking. Girls' jackets face stricter mechanical safety requirements.
Import and trade practice
Women's synthetic fiber jackets imported into the EU originate from China, Vietnam, Turkey, and Bangladesh. Customs documentation must clearly describe the product as a jacket presented individually. Origin rules require double transformation. Tariff preferences depend on the country of origin. Customs authorities may verify fiber composition and distinguish jackets from coats. TARIC database verification is recommended.
Customs procedures for importing blazers CN 6204 33
Customs clearance for blazers and jackets under CN 6204 33 requires correct determination of customs value under Article 70 UCC. The transaction value includes the price paid or payable, plus transport and insurance costs to the EU border. When importing from third countries, trademark licence fees must be included. AEO-certified importers benefit from simplified procedures and faster goods release at the border.
Frequently asked questions
Is a polyester-viscose blend jacket classified under 620433?
Yes, if polyester predominates by weight. Viscose is an artificial fiber. With a blend of 55 percent polyester and 45 percent viscose, polyester predominates and the product is classified under 620433. With reversed proportions - code 620439.
Is a polyester jacket with elastane classified under 620433?
Yes. Elastane at 2-5 percent does not change classification. Polyester as a synthetic fiber still predominates by weight. Elastane is also a synthetic fiber, so the combined synthetic share is even higher.
How to distinguish a jacket from a synthetic coat?
A jacket has a formal cut - lapels or collar, lining, buttons. A coat has a more functional cut, often with a hood and zipper. Classification depends on the overall character and intended use as assessed by customs authorities.
How to distinguish knitted from woven blazers for CN 6204 33?
Knitted blazers CN 6204 33 from Chapter 61 have an elastic loop structure, while woven blazers from Chapter 62 are formed by interlacing warp and weft yarns. Customs may sample for microscopic analysis.
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