62043900
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 other textile materials
Subcodes (3)
Scope of CN code 620439
CN code 620439 covers women's and girls' jackets of other textile materials not assigned to subheadings 620431 (wool), 620432 (cotton), and 620433 (synthetic fibers). This heading classifies jackets of linen, silk, artificial fibers (viscose, lyocell, modal), and multi-fiber blends. Linen jackets form a popular segment of summer clothing. Viscose and lyocell jackets are gaining importance for wearing comfort. Classification requires examining the dominant fiber of the outer fabric and confirming jacket characteristics - outerwear with sleeves and front fastening.
Regulations and labeling
Jackets under code 620439 are subject to labeling requirements of Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 with generic fiber names. REACH requirements apply to fiber-type-specific dyes. Cellulosic fabrics face formaldehyde limits. Metal components must comply with nickel limits. The GPSR requires traceability and safety documentation. Silk jacket imports require fiber authenticity confirmation.
Trade and customs aspects
Jackets under code 620439 are imported from various countries depending on material. Origin rules require double transformation. Customs documentation must precisely describe the product material. For multi-fiber blends, Binding Tariff Information is recommended. Tariff preferences depend on the country of origin.
Quality controls for knitted blazers under CN 6204 39
Blazers and jackets under CN 6204 39 are subject to market surveillance for product safety. The EU General Product Safety Regulation 2023/988 requires that clothing poses no mechanical risks (buttons, zippers) or chemical hazards. Market surveillance authorities sample products for laboratory testing. Importers are responsible for product compliance throughout the distribution chain and must maintain technical documentation.
Frequently asked questions
Is a women's linen jacket classified under 620439?
Yes. Heading 6204 does not have a separate subheading for linen jackets. Linen is neither wool, cotton, nor synthetic fiber, so a linen jacket is classified under the residual code 620439.
How is a viscose jacket classified?
Viscose is an artificial fiber without a separate subheading. A viscose jacket is classified under code 620439. The label must state the generic fiber name - viscose, not trade names.
Does a silk jacket require special documentation?
A silk jacket is subject to standard requirements, but a certificate confirming silk authenticity is recommended. Customs authorities may take samples for microscopic analysis to verify the fiber type.
What safety requirements apply to blazers under CN 6204 39?
Blazers CN 6204 39 must meet EU General Product Safety Regulation 2023/988 requirements. Buttons and zippers must not pose mechanical hazards. Dyes and chemicals must comply with REACH.
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