63071000
OTHER MADE-UP TEXTILE ARTICLES; SETS; WORN CLOTHING AND WORN TEXTILE ARTICLES; RAGS›Other made-up articles, including dress patterns
Floorcloths, dishcloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths
Subcodes (3)
Classification
CN code 630710 covers cleaning cloths of textile materials including microfibre cloths, kitchen cloths, and industrial wipers.
Regulatory requirements
Subject to Textile Regulation, REACH, and GPSR. Antibacterial cloths may be subject to Biocidal Products Regulation (EU) No 528/2012.
Trade
Major exporters include China, India, Turkey, and Pakistan.
Floor cloths and dusters — classification CN 6307 10
Floor cloths, dish cloths and dusters under CN 6307 10 carry a 6.5% EU duty. This covers microfibre cloths, textile mops and cleaning cloths. Major source is China.
Frequently asked questions
Do microfibre cloths require special labelling?
Textile Regulation requires fibre composition labelling. Microfibre cloths must state polyester composition. Cleaning performance claims must be truthful.
Are antibacterial cloths subject to biocidal regulation?
Yes. Cloths marketed as antibacterial using biocidal substances must comply with Regulation (EU) No 528/2012.
How to classify industrial textile wipers?
Industrial wipers of textile materials are classified under 630710. Paper wipers under Chapter 48.
What is the EU duty on microfibre cloths CN 6307 10?
Floor and dust cloths under CN 6307 10 carry a 6.5% EU duty. Covers microfibre cleaning cloths. Import VAT applies.
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