54082200
MAN-MADE FILAMENTS; STRIP AND THE LIKE OF MAN-MADE TEXTILE MATERIALS›Woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn, including woven fabrics obtained from materials of heading 5405
Dyed
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Classification and product description
CN code 540822 covers woven fabrics of viscose rayon yarn, dyed. Viscose is an artificial fibre obtained from natural cellulose, typically from wood pulp. Dyed viscose fabrics are characterised by soft handle, good drape, and moisture absorption, making them popular for summer apparel, dresses, blouses, and decorative materials. Viscose dyeing takes place after weaving, providing uniform colour across the entire surface. Classification requires confirmation that the fabric is made from continuous viscose yarn, not staple fibres, and has been dyed.
EU regulatory requirements
Viscose fabrics imported into the EU are subject to Regulation EU 1007/2011 for fibre naming. Viscose must be correctly labelled per Annex I. REACH requires compliance with chemical substance restrictions, particularly azo dyes, formaldehyde, and heavy metals. Viscose production involves carbon disulphide, but this concerns the fibre manufacturer rather than the fabric importer. GPSR imposes product safety and traceability obligations. Sustainability standards such as the EU Strategy for Sustainable Textiles may be relevant for viscose fabrics.
Import and customs procedures
The customs declaration under CN code 540822 should include raw material composition, dyeing confirmation, area weight, weave, and width. Customs authorities may take samples for composition verification. Importers should check duty rates in TARIC. Preferential rates are available under FTA agreements. Dyed viscose fabrics are mainly imported from Asia and Turkey. Origin rules require double transformation.
Dyed viscose rayon fabrics CN 5408 22 in EU imports
CN code 5408 22 covers dyed woven fabrics of viscose rayon (artificial silk) yarn. Viscose is an artificial fibre made from cellulose, classified differently from synthetic fibres. These fabrics are used in women's apparel, linings and decorative textiles. At customs clearance, correctly distinguishing between artificial and synthetic fibres is essential as it determines the CN code and the applicable duty rate.
Frequently asked questions
How does viscose differ from other artificial fibres?
Viscose, modal, and lyocell are all cellulosic artificial fibres but differ in production process. Viscose is produced by the xanthate method, modal by a modified viscose method, and lyocell by the NMMO solvent method. Each fibre has a distinct name under Regulation EU 1007/2011.
Are viscose fabrics subject to EUDR regulations?
Viscose is produced from wood cellulose, which may involve deforestation concerns. The EUDR regulation directly covers wood and derivative products. The importer should verify that the cellulose pulp used for viscose production comes from legal and sustainable sources.
What dyes are used for viscose dyeing?
Viscose is most commonly dyed with reactive or direct dyes that form chemical or physical bonds with cellulose. These dyes must comply with REACH requirements for azo dyes releasing carcinogenic aromatic amines. Testing is performed according to EN 14362 standard.
How does viscose differ from synthetic fibres in CN 5408 22 classification?
Viscose is an artificial fibre (made from cellulose), not synthetic (petroleum-based). This distinction is critical for customs classification - viscose fabrics fall under heading 5408, while synthetic ones under 5407. Misclassification may result in incorrect duty rates.
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