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HEADGEAR AND PARTS THEREOF›Other headgear, whether or not lined or trimmed

Of rubber or of plastics

Standard EU duty
2.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
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C064Y904E990Y906Y907N954+5
Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty2.7%-R1549/06
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 0%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

BTI classification examples

DEgold723/23-1

Shower cap made of polyester and PEVA plastic

brak wyraźnie dominującego materiałuGRI 1GRI 3cGRI 6
FRgold24-01865

Silicone swimming cap in 3 colors

siliconeGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6
SEgold24-04895

Biodegradable shower cap with elastic edge

biodegradowalne polimery (PBAT, PLA, TPS)GRI 1GRI 6
FRgold24-05383

Silicone swimming cap with printed logo

siliconeGRI 1GRI 6
SEgold24-12059

Biodegradable gathered hair cap with elastic edge

biodegradowalne polimery (PBAT, PLA, TPS)GRI 1GRI 6

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

CN code 650691 covers other headgear of rubber or plastics. Includes bicycle helmets, swimming caps, and protective headgear for non-industrial use. Bicycle and sports helmets are a significant import category. Major producers are China, Taiwan, and Asian countries.

Requirements

Bicycle helmets are PPE Category II under Regulation (EU) 2016/425, requiring CE marking and notified body certificate. EN 1078 standard applies. Swimming caps are subject to GPSR. Materials must meet REACH requirements.

Trade

CN code 650691. CE documentation is key for protective helmets. In 2026, bicycle helmet demand is growing with cycling mobility trends.

Other rubber/plastic headgear - CN 6506 91

Other headgear of rubber or plastics under CN 6506 91 carries a 2.7% EU duty. Covers swim caps, plastic visors and rubber headgear not specified elsewhere.

Frequently asked questions

Do bicycle helmets require CE?
Yes. As Category II PPE, bicycle helmets require CE marking, notified body certificate, and declaration of conformity. EN 1078 sets technical requirements.
Are swimming caps regulated?
Swimming caps as consumer products are subject to GPSR (EU) 2023/988 and REACH chemical requirements.
What plastics are used in helmets?
Polycarbonate (PC), ABS, or EPS (expanded polystyrene as absorber) are common. Materials must meet EN 1078 requirements.
What falls under CN 6506 91?
CN 6506 91 covers rubber/plastic headgear like swim caps and plastic visors. EU duty: 2.7% plus import VAT.

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