63053300
OTHER MADE-UP TEXTILE ARTICLES; SETS; WORN CLOTHING AND WORN TEXTILE ARTICLES; RAGS›Sacks and bags, of a kind used for the packing of goods
Other, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like
Classification of PE/PP sacks
CN code 6305 33 covers other sacks and bags for packing of polyethylene or polypropylene strips, other than FIBC containers. This includes standard woven polypropylene sacks of smaller capacity used for fertilisers, animal feed, grains, cement and building materials.
Regulatory requirements
Importing is subject to Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011. Food and feed sacks are subject to Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 and feed hygiene regulations. REACH applies.
Trade and customs
MFN duty rates must be verified in TARIC. Imports from China, India and Turkey. VAT applies.
Polypropylene sacks — classification CN 6305 33
Sacks of polyethylene or polypropylene strips (not FIBC) under CN 6305 33 carry a 6.5% EU duty. This covers woven PP sacks for fertilisers, grain and sugar. Major sources include China, India and Turkey.
Frequently asked questions
What distinguishes CN 6305 33 from CN 6305 32?
CN 6305 32 covers FIBC containers (big bags). CN 6305 33 covers other woven PE/PP sacks of smaller dimensions.
Are cement sacks classified under CN 6305 33?
Yes. Standard woven polypropylene cement sacks are classified under CN 6305 33.
What requirements apply to food and feed sacks?
Food sacks are subject to Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Feed sacks are subject to feed hygiene regulations.
What duty applies to polypropylene sacks CN 6305 33?
Polypropylene sacks under CN 6305 33 carry a 6.5% EU duty. Used for packaging fertilisers and grain. Import VAT applies.
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