58063900
SPECIAL WOVEN FABRICS; TUFTED TEXTILE FABRICS; LACE; TAPESTRIES; TRIMMINGS; EMBROIDERY›Narrow woven fabrics, other than goods of heading 5807; narrow fabrics consisting of warp without weft assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)
Of other textile materials
Classification and scope
CN code 580639 covers narrow woven fabrics (up to 30 cm) of materials other than cotton or man-made fibres, without elastomer above 5 percent, other than labels. This includes tapes of silk, linen, wool and natural fibre blends. Silk ribbons represent the premium segment for fashion, haberdashery and luxury packaging. Linen tapes are valued in interior decoration and crafts.
Regulations and safety
Natural fibre tapes are subject to Textile Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 and REACH. Labelling must declare fibre composition. Silk ribbons may require special care instructions. Chemical substances in dyes must meet REACH skin contact restrictions. Tapes for children's clothing are subject to EN 14682. Food contact tapes require FCM compliance.
Trade and import
Import requires standard customs documentation. Silk ribbons are imported from China, Italy and France. Linen tapes from Lithuania, Latvia and Belgium. Transport in boxes on spools with moisture and crease protection.
Special other narrow woven fabrics fabrics CN 5806 39 in trade
CN code 580639 covers other narrow woven fabrics classified in Chapter 58 of the Combined Nomenclature. These special fabrics are manufactured using advanced weaving technology, distinguishing them from standard fabrics in Chapters 50-55. When importing into the EU, correctly identifying the production technique (pile, chenille, lace) is key as it determines tariff classification and the duty rate. Importers must also ensure dye and finish REACH compliance.
Frequently asked questions
What materials does CN code 580639 cover?
CN 580639 is a residual heading for narrow woven fabrics of materials other than cotton (580631) and man-made fibres (580632), without elastomer. It covers tapes of silk, linen, wool, hemp and natural fibre blends.
Do silk ribbons require special labelling?
Yes. Labels must declare silk as fibre composition under the Textile Regulation. Care instructions are also recommended due to silk's sensitivity to washing and light. The term silk is reserved exclusively for mulberry silkworm silk.
Are linen tapes for decoration subject to flammability standards?
Linen tapes used as decorative elements in public buildings may be subject to EN 13773 flammability standards. Linen is moderately flammable as a natural fibre. Requirements depend on national regulations and specific building use.
How to correctly classify other narrow woven fabrics CN 5806 39?
Classification under CN 5806 39 requires identifying the production technique and fibre type. The special weaving technique must be distinguished from standard weaving. Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling can be requested if in doubt.
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