61124900
ARTICLES OF APPAREL AND CLOTHING ACCESSORIES, KNITTED OR CROCHETED›Tracksuits, ski suits and swimwear, knitted or crocheted
Of other textile materials
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Tariff classification and scope of CN code 611249
CN code 611249 covers women's or girls' swimwear of knitted fabrics made from textile materials other than synthetic fibres. This includes swimsuits and bikinis of cotton, artificial fibres or blends where synthetic fibre is not the dominant component by weight. Heading 6112 covers track suits, ski suits and swimwear of knitted fabrics. Cotton swimwear is less common due to slower drying and weight when wet. Classification requires the dominant fibre by weight not to be synthetic. The article must be knitted and intended for bathing or swimming.
Regulatory requirements and safety
Women's swimwear under CN code 611249 is subject to standard requirements for textile products in the EU. Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 requires fibre composition labelling. REACH restricts hazardous substances including azo dyes, formaldehyde and nonylphenol. Metal elements must comply with nickel restrictions. The GPSR Regulation requires product traceability and a responsible person within the EU. Swimwear should maintain dye fastness in contact with chlorinated and salt water.
Import and trade
Import of women's swimwear under CN code 611249 represents a niche seasonal market segment. The customs declaration must precisely describe the product and its intended use. Preferential duty rates are available under EU trade agreements. Customs authorities may verify tariff classification, particularly the distinction between swimwear and underwear. The customs value includes the price of goods, transport and insurance to the EU border.
Importing swimwear and ski suits - CN 6112 49
Swimwear and ski suits under CN 6112 49 are subject to specific classification requirements within heading 6112. Swimwear must be intended exclusively for bathing - multipurpose beachwear may fall under different headings. Ski suits include one-piece and two-piece sets made from insulating materials. When importing sportswear with technical membranes, it is worth checking classification under heading 6113 (coated garments) for the correct tariff treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Is a cotton swimsuit classified under code 611249?
Yes, a women's knitted cotton swimsuit is classified under CN code 611249 as swimwear of a material other than synthetic fibres. The conditions are intended use for bathing or swimming, dominant cotton content by weight and knitted construction.
How to distinguish swimwear from underwear in customs classification?
Swimwear is designed for water use and features quick-drying material, chlorine resistance and swimming construction. Underwear is garments intended to be worn under other clothing. Classification is determined by the product's intended use as confirmed by the manufacturer's description and construction.
Is viscose swimwear classified under code 611249?
Yes, viscose is an artificial fibre (not synthetic), so women's knitted viscose swimwear is classified under CN code 611249. In practice, viscose swimwear is rare due to the fibre's limited performance properties in water contact.
What requirements apply to importing swimwear under CN 6112 49?
Swimwear CN 6112 49 must be intended exclusively for bathing - multipurpose beachwear falls under different headings. Materials must comply with REACH requirements. When importing from Asia, check current surveillance measures in the TARIC database.
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