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OTHER MADE-UP TEXTILE ARTICLES; SETS; WORN CLOTHING AND WORN TEXTILE ARTICLES; RAGSBed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen

Table linen, knitted or crocheted

Standard EU duty
12%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
7 docs
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Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty12%R3115/94
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%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 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
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.
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Binding Tariff Information

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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 of knitted table linen

CN code 6302 40 covers table linen made of knitted or crocheted fabrics, including tablecloths, napkins, runners and placemats of knitted materials. Classification under this subheading is based on the knitted fabric structure of the base material, regardless of fibre type. Table linen of knitted cotton, polyester or fibre blends is classified under the same code. Products include both lace knits and plain knitted fabrics. Notes to Chapter 63 specify that table linen must be a made-up textile article. Importers should distinguish knitted table linen from woven table linen classified under subheadings 6302 51 to 6302 59. Knitted lace tablecloths are typical products under this subheading.

Regulatory requirements and safety

Importing knitted table linen into the EU is subject to Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 on fibre composition labelling. Each product must carry a durable label with fibre composition in the official language of the country of sale. REACH regulates chemicals in textile products intended for food or skin contact. Azo dyes, formaldehyde and heavy metals are restricted. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) requires consumer product safety. Table linen that may come into contact with food may be subject to additional requirements under Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on food contact materials, where the linen is marketed as suitable for direct food contact.

Customs procedures and trade

The customs declaration for knitted table linen under CN 6302 40 requires standard customs documentation. MFN duty rates must be verified in TARIC. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs and the GSP scheme. Imports of knitted table linen originate mainly from China, India and Turkey. Documentation includes the commercial invoice, transport document and proof of origin. VAT applies on import.

Knitted table linen — classification under CN 6302 40

Knitted table linen (knitted tablecloths, serviettes) classified under CN 6302 40 carries a 12% EU duty. This covers knitted articles designed for table use. Classification depends on the manufacturing technique — woven tablecloths fall under CN 6302 51–59. Textile labelling is mandatory.

Frequently asked questions

What does knitted table linen cover in the CN classification?
Knitted table linen (CN 6302 40) covers tablecloths, napkins, runners and placemats made of knitted or crocheted materials, regardless of fibre type. Knitted lace tablecloths are typical products. Woven table linen is classified under subheadings 6302 51 to 6302 59.
Does table linen require fibre composition labelling?
Yes. Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 requires all textile products, including table linen, to carry a durable label with full fibre composition in the official language of the country of sale. Composition must be stated as percentages by weight of each fibre in descending order.
Is table linen subject to food contact regulations?
Table linen is not subject to food contact regulations as standard, unless it is marketed as intended for direct food contact. In that case, requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 may apply. Standard table linen is subject to the textile regulation and REACH for chemical safety.
What duty applies to knitted tablecloths CN 6302 40?
Knitted tablecloths and serviettes under CN 6302 40 carry a 12% EU duty. Woven tablecloths are classified under CN 6302 51–59. Import VAT is charged on customs value plus duty.