62071100
ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, NOT KNITTED OR CROCHETED›Men's or boys' singlets and other vests, underpants, briefs, nightshirts, pyjamas, bathrobes, dressing gowns and similar articles
Of cotton
Standard EU duty
12%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
13 docs
L079Y084Y946Y948Y945Y821+7
Standard rates
| Applies to | Type | Rate | Conditions | Regulation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ERGA OMNES | Third country duty | 12% | — | R1789/03 |
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 9.6%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NI 0%NZ 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SV 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
TM5101. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of goods intended for incorporation in the ships, boats or other vessels classified at the following CN codes 8901 10 10; 8901 20 10; 8901 30 10; 8901 90 10; 8902 00 10; 8903 91 10; 8903 92 10; 8904 00 10; 8904 00 91; 8905 10 10; 8905 90 10; 8906 10 00; 8906 90 10 for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for fitting to or equipping such ships, boats or other vessels.2. Customs duties shall be suspended in respect of:(a) goods intended for incorporation in drilling or production platforms:(1) fixed, of subheading ex 8430 49, operating in or outside the territorial sea of Member States, or(2) floating or submersible, of subheading 8905 20, for the purposes of their construction, repair, maintenance or conversion, and in respect of goods intended for equipping the said platforms.(b) tubes, pipes, cables and their connection pieces, linking these drilling or production platforms to the mainland.
EU003According to The Special Provisions of Section II (A) (3) of the Preliminary Provisions of the Combined Nomenclature the suspension of customs duties for goods for certain categories of ships, boats and other vessels and for drilling or production platforms shall be subject to conditions laid down in the relevant provisions of the European Union with a view to customs control of the use of such goods.
CD303The relief from or reduction of customs duties shall be subject to the specific request expressed by the declarant in box 44 "Additional information/Documents produced/Certificates and authorisations", of the Single Administrative Document (SAD)
TM904Preferences granted under the agreement between the European Union and Morocco in force from 19 July 2019.As of 3 October 2025, products originating in Western Sahara subject to controls by the customs authorities of the Kingdom of Morocco shall benefit from trade preferences under the terms of the new Agreement in the form of exchange of letters between the EU and Morocco, The European Union and the Kingdom of Morocco have agreed to allow those products to be identified by reference to the region of origin to be included in the proof of origin and as provided for in Protocol 4.In view of the application of these measures, the origin certificates codes U179 and U180 must be declared.The country code to be entered in the origin declaration when these proofs of origin are used is “EH”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
CD906The list of non-eligible locations and their postal codes is available at the following address: http://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/customs/technical-arrangement_postal-codes.pdf
CD668Subject to the presentation of a proof of origin containing the following statement: "Product originating in accordance with Appendix 2A of Annex II (Concerning the Definition of the Concept of "Originating Products" and Methods of Administrative Cooperation)" (OJ L 346, 15.12.2012).
CD898To benefit from this tariff quota, the products shall be accompanied by a statement on origin made out by the exporter containing the statement ‘Origin Quota – Product originating in accordance with Appendix 3-B-1’ of the Free Trade Agreement between the European Union and New Zealand.
CD668Subject to the presentation of a proof of origin containing the following statement: "Product originating in accordance with Appendix 2A of Annex II (Concerning the Definition of the Concept of "Originating Products" and Methods of Administrative Cooperation)" (OJ L 346, 15.12.2012).
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
Entry into free circulation (quantitative limitation)KPR0936/15
Entry into free circulation (quantitative limitation)
KPR0936/15
Documents / references
L079
Conditions
- C001Presentation of a certificate/licence/document: L079— Entry into free circulation allowed
- C002Presentation of a certificate/licence/document: the condition is not fulfilled— The entry into free circulation is not allowed
Notes
- CD236According to Regulation (EU) No 2015/936 (OJ L 160), free circulation is subject to the presentation of an import licence issued by the competent authority of a Member State, which shall be valid throughout the Union.
Restriction on entry into free circulationKPR1836/17
Restriction on entry into free circulation
KPR1836/17
Documents / references
Y084
Conditions
- Y010Other conditions: Y084— Import/export allowed after control
- Y999Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- TM880Goods from the Annex XIf of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509 (Textiles)
- CD446By way of derogation from Article 16h of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509, the competent authorities of the Member States may authorise the import, purchase or transfer of textiles, provided that the Member State has obtained the advance approval of the Sanctions Committee on a case-by-case basis.
Export control on luxury goodsKPR2062/17
Export control on luxury goods
KPR2062/17
Documents / references
Y946Y948
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y946— Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: Y948— Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
- CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
Import control on luxury goodsKPR2062/17
Import control on luxury goods
KPR2062/17
Documents / references
Y945Y946Y948
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y945— Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: Y946— Import/export allowed after control
- Y003Other conditions: Y948— Import/export allowed after control
- Y004Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD203The prohibition shall not apply to travellers' personal effects or to goods of a non-commercial nature for travellers' personal use contained in their luggage (Art 10.2 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509)
- TM684Goods from the list of luxury goods referred to in Article 10 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509
- CD223The prohibition shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States in the DPRK or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff (Art 10.3 of Regulation (EU) 2017/1509).
- CD995If the declared goods are described in the footnotes linked to the measure, export/import is not allowed.
Export control on luxury goodsRUR0833/14
Export control on luxury goods
RUR0833/14
Documents / references
Y821Y822
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y821— Import/export allowed after control
- Y010Other conditions: Y822— Import/export allowed after control
- Y090Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD863It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, luxury goods as listed in Annex XVIII, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Russia or for use in Russia.2. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall apply to luxury goods listed in Annex XVIII insofar as their value exceeds EUR 300 per item unless otherwise specified in the Annex.3. The prohibition referred to in paragraph 1 shall not apply to goods which are necessary for the official purposes of diplomatic or consular missions of Member States or partner countries in Russia or of international organisations enjoying immunities in accordance with international law, or to the personal effects of their staff.Council Regulation (EU) No 833/2014 - Article 3h (COUNCIL REGULATION (EU) 2022/428)
Import controlUAR0692/14
Import control
UAR0692/14
Documents / references
N954U045U078U079Y997
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y997— Import allowed
- Y002Other conditions: U078— Import allowed
- Y003Other conditions: U079— Import allowed
- Y005Other conditions: N954— Import allowed
- Y007Other conditions: U045— Import allowed
- Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import is not allowed
Notes
- CD967I. According to Council Regulation (EU) No 692/2014, it shall be prohibited to import into European Union goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol.The prohibition shall not apply in respect of goods originating in Crimea or Sevastopol which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the Association Agreement between the European Union and its Member States, of the one part, and Ukraine, of the other part.II. According to the Council Regulation (EU) 692/2014, the export of goods and technologies suited for use in the sectors of transport; telecommunications; energy; prospection, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources is prohibited:(a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Crimea or Sevastopol, or(b) for use in Crimea or Sevastopol.
Import controlUAR0263/22
Import control
UAR0263/22
Documents / references
N954U045U078U079Y984
Conditions
- Y001Other conditions: Y984— Import/export allowed after control
- Y002Other conditions: N954— Import/export allowed after control
- Y005Other conditions: U045— Import/export allowed after control
- Y006Other conditions: U078— Import/export allowed after control
- Y007Other conditions: U079— Import/export allowed after control
- Y009Other conditions: the condition is not fulfilled— Import/export not allowed after control
Notes
- CD860According to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263 (OJ L42I, p. 77):I. It shall be prohibited to import into the European Union goods originating in non-government controlled areas of the Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia oblasts of Ukraine.The import prohibitions not apply in respect of: (a) the execution until 24 May 2022 of trade contracts concluded before 23 February 2022, or of ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the natural or legal person, entity or body seeking to perform the contract has notified, at least 10 working days in advance, the activity or transaction to the competent authority of the Member State in which they are established; (b) goods originating in the specified territories which have been made available to the Ukrainian authorities for examination, for which compliance with the conditions conferring entitlement to preferential origin has been verified and for which a certificate of origin has been issued in accordance with the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement.II. It shall be prohibited to sell, supply, transfer or export goods and technology listed in Annex II to Council Regulation (EU) 2022/263: (a) to any natural or legal person, entity or body in the specified territories, or (b) for use in the specified territories. Annex II shall include certain goods and technologies suited for use in the following key sectors: (i) transport;(ii) telecommunications;(iii) energy; (iv) the prospecting, exploration and production of oil, gas and mineral resources. The prohibitions in point II above shall be without prejudice to the execution until 24 August 2022 of an obligation arising from a contract concluded before 23 February 2022, or from ancillary contracts necessary for the execution of such contracts, provided that the competent authority has been informed at least five working days in advance.
Value Added Tax (VAT)
V020Medical devices, as defined by the Act on Medical Devices of 20 May 2010, (Journal of Laws of 2019, item 175, 447, 534), released for free circulation on the territory of the Republic of Poland
8%V120For medical devices referred to in item 13 of Annex No. 3 to the Act in the wording applicable before the date of entry into force of the Act of 7 April 2022 on medical devices (Journal of Laws, item 974), the tax rate referred to in Art. 41 sec. 2 shall apply if, in accordance with: 1) Art. 120 sec. 4 of the regulation (EU) 2017/745 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on medical devices, amending Directive 2001/83/EC, Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and repealing Council Directives 90/385/EEC and 93/42/EEC (Official Journal of the European Union L117 of 5 April 2017) or 2) Article 110 paragraph 4 of the regulation (EU) 2017/746 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2017 on in vitro diagnostic medical devices and repealing Directive 98/79/EC and Commission Decision 2010/227/EU (Official Journal of the European Union L117 of 5 April 2017) – these products have been placed on the market and are still being made available on the market or put into use.
8%V999Other
23%1
Binding Tariff Information
example
DEgold034/23-1
Men's sauna wrap/kilt, cotton terry fabric
cottonGRI 1GRI 6
BTI (Binding Tariff Information) is an official EU customs decision confirming the classification of goods. Valid for 3 years, binding across all EU member states.
Classification scope and product characteristics
CN code 620711 covers men's or boys' underpants and briefs of cotton, made from woven fabrics. Heading 6207 of the Combined Nomenclature classifies men's underwear and domestic garments intended to be worn under outerwear. Underpants under this code are garments covering the lower body from the waist, worn directly against the skin. The fabric must be woven rather than knitted - equivalent knitted products are classified under the corresponding codes in Chapter 61. Cotton must be the predominant fibre by weight. Cotton underpants may contain admixtures of elastane or polyester provided cotton constitutes the largest percentage by weight. Classification requires consideration of cut, finish and intended use in accordance with the interpretive rules of the Combined Nomenclature.
Regulatory framework for men's underwear
Cotton men's underwear imported into the EU falls under the Textile Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011, which requires fibre composition labelling on a permanent label in the official language of the country of sale. For cotton-elastane blends, the label must state the percentage of each fibre. Since underwear has direct skin contact, REACH restrictions on azo dyes releasing aromatic amines (Annex XVII entry 43), formaldehyde and fabric pH are particularly relevant. The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I or II certification, while not mandatory, is widely demanded by European retailers as additional safety assurance. The GPSR Regulation (EU) 2023/988 requires importers to conduct risk assessments and ensure product traceability throughout the supply chain.
Customs documentation and international trade
The customs declaration for men's underpants under CN code 620711 should precisely specify the product type (underpants, briefs), the dominant material (cotton), the intended gender and the construction method (woven). Commercial invoices must state unit price, quantity and value. To apply preferential duty rates, valid proof of origin is required - such as EUR.1 certificates under FTA agreements, Form A for GSP countries or invoice origin declarations. Cotton underwear is among the most commonly imported clothing categories, and customs authorities may apply enhanced customs value controls to detect undervaluation. Importers should maintain documentation confirming market-level transaction prices.
Cotton men's underwear - hygiene requirements at import
CN 6207 11 covers men's underpants, briefs and long johns of cotton, made from woven fabric (not knitted). Cotton underwear is subject to strict sanitary and chemical requirements. REACH restricts formaldehyde content in textiles with skin contact. Azo dyes releasing carcinogenic aromatic amines are prohibited. Importers should ensure laboratory testing confirms product safety. Labels must include full fibre composition and care instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Are woven cotton boxer shorts classified under CN code 620711?
Yes, provided they are made from woven fabric rather than knitted material. Boxer shorts, underpants and briefs for men made from woven cotton fabric fall within CN code 620711. Equivalent knitted products are classified under Chapter 61. The key factor is determining whether the material is woven or knitted, which can be verified by examining the weave structure.
What chemical substance limits apply to cotton underwear?
REACH restricts azo dyes releasing aromatic amines to 30 mg/kg per amine. Formaldehyde in products with direct skin contact should not exceed 75 mg/kg according to European standard recommendations. Nickel in metallic components such as buttons is subject to release limits. Importers should require laboratory test reports from their suppliers confirming compliance with these restrictions.
Are cotton-polyester blend underpants classified under code 620711?
Yes, provided cotton constitutes the largest percentage by weight. Under Note 2 to Section XI, classification of mixed-fibre products is determined by the predominant fibre by weight. If polyester predominates, the underpants would be classified under code 620719 as made from other textile materials.
What chemical requirements apply to men's underwear CN 6207 11?
Men's underwear under CN 6207 11 must comply with REACH: no azo dyes releasing carcinogenic amines, formaldehyde below 75 mg/kg for skin-contact products, no nickel in metal components.
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