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OTHER MADE-UP TEXTILE ARTICLES; SETS; WORN CLOTHING AND WORN TEXTILE ARTICLES; RAGS›Bed linen, table linen, toilet linen and kitchen linen
Of man-made fibres
Classification of synthetic fibre toilet linen
CN code 6302 93 covers toilet linen and kitchen linen of man-made synthetic fibres, not knitted or crocheted. This includes towels, cloths and napkins of woven synthetic fabrics, most commonly polyester or polyamide microfibre. Microfibre towels are increasingly popular due to their quick-drying properties and compactness. Classification requires the material to be woven and synthetic fibres to predominate by weight.
Regulatory requirements and safety
Importing synthetic toilet linen into the EU is subject to Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 on labelling. REACH regulates chemicals in synthetic fabrics. Disperse dyes, antibacterial agents and softeners are restricted. Microfibre towels may contain silver nanoparticles as antibacterial agents, subject to additional requirements under Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 on biocidal products. Regulation (EU) 2023/988 (GPSR) requires product safety.
Trade and import procedures
MFN duty rates for CN 6302 93 must be verified in TARIC. Imports from China dominate the microfibre towel segment. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs and the GSP scheme. VAT applies on import.
Synthetic fibre towels — classification CN 6302 93
Toilet and bath linen of synthetic fibres (microfibre towels, polyester bathrobes) under CN 6302 93 carries a 12% EU duty. Microfibre towels are gaining popularity due to quick-drying properties and light weight. Synthetic fibres must predominate by weight. China is the main source.
Frequently asked questions
Are microfibre towels classified under CN 6302 93?
Yes, if the microfibre is synthetic (polyester, polyamide) and the material is woven. Cotton microfibre towels are classified under 6302 91. The predominant fibre by weight determines classification.
Are towels with silver nanoparticles subject to additional regulations?
Yes. Towels containing silver nanoparticles as antibacterial agents may be subject to Regulation (EU) No 528/2012 on biocidal products. The biocidal substance must be approved and registered. Importers should verify the regulatory status of the antibacterial agent used.
What must a microfibre towel label include?
The label must state the full fibre composition with correct synthetic fibre names (polyester, polyamide) and percentage by weight, per Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011.
What duty applies to microfibre towels CN 6302 93?
Microfibre towels classified under CN 6302 93 carry a 12% EU duty. Microfibre is a synthetic fibre. Import VAT is charged on customs value plus duty.
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