63014000
OTHER MADE-UP TEXTILE ARTICLES; SETS; WORN CLOTHING AND WORN TEXTILE ARTICLES; RAGS›Koce i pledy, z dowolnego materiału włókienniczego (z wył. narzut i kap, i artykułów pikowanych i podobnych, objętych pozycją 9404)
Blankets (other than electric blankets) and travelling rugs, of synthetic fibres
Classification and types of artificial fibre blankets
CN code 6301 40 covers blankets and travelling rugs made of artificial (cellulosic) fibres, such as viscose, modal, lyocell, cellulose acetate and cupro. Artificial fibres are distinguished from synthetic fibres by being derived from natural polymers, primarily cellulose, through chemical regeneration. Classification under this code requires that artificial fibres constitute the predominant component by weight. Viscose blankets are valued for their softness, thermoregulatory properties and moisture absorption capacity. Lyocell (Tencel) is an increasingly popular artificial fibre in premium blanket production due to its closed-loop manufacturing process. Notes to Chapter 63 specify that finished blankets classified in heading 6301 must be textile articles in ready-to-use form. Blankets made of blends of artificial and synthetic fibres are classified based on the predominant fibre by weight, applying GRI rule 3.
Labelling requirements and chemical safety
Blankets of artificial fibres imported into the EU must comply with Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 on textile fibre names and labelling. The label must use the correct fibre names as defined in the regulation: viscose, modal, lyocell (not trade names). Fibre composition must be stated in percentages by weight in descending order. Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) applies to chemical substances used in the production and finishing of artificial fibre blankets, including dyes, softeners and sizing agents. The restrictions on azo dyes under entry 43 of Annex XVII to REACH apply in full. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 on General Product Safety requires the importer to ensure that the blanket does not pose a risk to consumer health and safety. Heightened safety standards apply to blankets intended for infants.
International trade and import procedures
Importing blankets of artificial fibres under CN 6301 40 requires standard customs documentation: a commercial invoice with product description and fibre composition, transport document, EORI number and the correct CN code in the customs declaration. MFN duty rates must be verified in the EU TARIC database. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs and the GSP for developing countries, provided origin is properly documented. Viscose blankets imported from China, India and Southeast Asian countries represent a substantial share of the European market. Importers should check TARIC for current trade measures, including any safeguard or anti-dumping duties. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanction restrictions. Correct determination of customs value is essential, particularly when CIF delivery terms apply, as transport and insurance costs must be included.
Artificial fibre blankets — classification CN 6301 40
Blankets of artificial (regenerated) fibres, such as viscose, modal and lyocell (bamboo), are classified under CN 6301 40 with a standard EU duty of 5.3%. Artificial fibres are distinct from synthetic fibres — viscose is artificial, polyester is synthetic. The growing popularity of bamboo blankets has increased imports. Correct fibre labelling under EU Regulation 1007/2011 is mandatory.
Frequently asked questions
What distinguishes artificial fibres from synthetic fibres in customs classification?
Artificial fibres (CN 6301 40) are produced by regenerating natural polymers, principally cellulose, and include viscose, modal, lyocell and cellulose acetate. Synthetic fibres (CN 6301 30) are produced by chemical synthesis and include polyester, acrylic, nylon and polypropylene. The distinction is critical for correct tariff classification, as each fibre type has its own CN subheading and may be subject to different duty rates.
Is a lyocell (Tencel) blanket classified under CN 6301 40?
Yes. Lyocell is an artificial (cellulosic) fibre obtained from cellulose through a solvent-spinning process. Under Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011, lyocell has its own designated fibre name, but as an artificial cellulosic fibre a blanket predominantly made of lyocell is classified under CN 6301 40. The label must state lyocell rather than the trade name Tencel.
What proof of origin documents allow preferential duty rates for artificial fibre blankets?
Preferential duty rates require documented proof of origin. Accepted documents include an EUR.1 movement certificate, an origin declaration on the commercial invoice or registration in the REX system for GSP-eligible countries. The document must confirm that the goods meet the rules of origin set out in the applicable trade agreement or GSP provisions. Importers should verify available preferences in TARIC before each import.
Are bamboo blankets classified under CN 6301 40?
Yes, bamboo blankets made from lyocell or bamboo viscose fall under CN 6301 40 as artificial fibre products. The EU duty is 5.3% plus import VAT.
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