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53081000
OTHER VEGETABLE TEXTILE FIBRES; PAPER YARN AND WOVEN FABRICS OF PAPER YARNYarn of other vegetable textile fibres; paper yarn

Coir yarn

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
14 docs
X844Y719Y745Y084X834X840+8
Preferences
ERGA OMNES 0%AD 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%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%MX 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XL 0%ZA 0%
Notes
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”.
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

DEgold939/25-1

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FRgold25-01017

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włókna kokosoweGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6
DEgold824/25-1

Coconut fiber yarn, 6mm diameter

włókna kokosoweGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6
DEgold542/25-1

Coconut fiber yarn

włókna kokosoweGRI 1GRI 5bGRI 6
FRgold25-01015

Sisal yarn on retail bobbin

włókna roślinne (sizal)GRI 1GRI 5bGRI 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 of coconut fibre yarn

CN code 530810 covers yarn of coir (coconut) fibres. Coconut fibre is obtained from the husk of the coconut and is characterised by natural resistance to moisture, salt and fungi. Coir yarn is used for mats, doormats, brushes, ropes, nets and geotextile materials. Due to the thickness and stiffness of the fibre, coir yarn is primarily a technical and decorative material rather than an apparel textile. Classification requires identification of the material as coconut fibre and confirmation that it has been spun.

Import regulations

Import of coir yarn into the EU is subject to standard customs requirements. REACH Regulation governs chemicals from processing, including oils and protective preparations. Import may require a phytosanitary certificate depending on the processing degree and country of origin. Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 applies to textile product labelling. The GPSR Regulation (EU 2023/988) applies to consumer products such as coir mats and carpets.

Trade and documentation

Import requires a customs declaration with material description and yarn specification. India and Sri Lanka dominate coconut fibre and yarn exports. Tariff preferences may be available under the GSP system. Documentation includes invoice, technical specification and certificate of origin. The coir yarn market is growing due to demand for ecological and biodegradable materials.

Importing vegetable fibres and natural textiles CN 5308 10

Coir yarn from coconut fibres CN 5308 10 represents a category of natural vegetable fibres. Classification depends on fibre type (flax, jute, coir, hemp), degree of processing, and intended use. Import into the EU is subject to conventional customs duty and import VAT. Preferences may apply for certain developing countries.

Frequently asked questions

What is coir yarn used for?
Coir yarn is mainly used for mats, doormats, brushes, marine ropes, erosion control nets and geotextiles. Natural resistance to moisture and salt makes it useful in marine and horticultural applications. It is not used in apparel due to the thickness and stiffness of the fibre.
Where does most coir yarn come from?
India and Sri Lanka are the largest producers and exporters of coconut fibre and yarn globally. Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam also produce significant volumes. India exports mainly from the Kerala region. GSP tariff preferences may reduce import costs from these countries.
Is coir yarn biodegradable?
Yes, coconut fibre is fully biodegradable, making it attractive in sustainability and circular economy contexts. Coir geotextiles decompose naturally in soil. This property is valued in erosion control and horticultural applications.
What is the EU duty on coir yarn from coconut fibres CN 5308 10?
Coir yarn from coconut fibres under CN 5308 10 is subject to conventional EU customs duty and import VAT. Check the rate in TARIC. Fibre composition labelling per EU 1007/2011 is mandatory.