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ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL›Cloth (including endless bands), grill, netting and fencing, of iron or steel wire; expanded metal of iron or steel

Endless bands for machinery, of stainless steel

Standard EU duty
0%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
20 docs
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Preferences
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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”.
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
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Binding Tariff Information

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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.

Customs classification of stainless steel machine bands 7314 12

CN code 7314 12 of the Combined Nomenclature covers endless bands of stainless steel wire for machinery. In commercial practice, these are stainless steel mesh conveyor belts used in the food processing, bakery, confectionery, drying, tunnel freezing and production line industries requiring corrosion resistance and high temperature tolerance. These bands are made of stainless steel wires woven or braided into an endless mesh construction enabling continuous operation on conveyor rollers. Classification under CN 7314 12 requires stainless steel material, endless band form and machine use designation. Carbon steel bands are classified under CN 7314 14, while other woven wire cloth falls under CN 7314 19. Rubber or plastic conveyor belts are classified under headings 4010 or 5910. Technical standards for mesh conveyor belts include requirements for tensile strength, thermal resistance and dimensional accuracy.

Import requirements and CBAM for steel bands 7314 12

Importing woven steel bands under CN code 7314 12 into the EU is governed by the Union Customs Code. Since 1 January 2026, products from Chapter 73 fall within the scope of CBAM, requiring importers to register as authorised CBAM declarants, submit quarterly emissions declarations and purchase CBAM certificates. Stainless steel conveyor belts used in food contact must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004. Bands forming part of machinery may be subject to the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 regarding safety. Required documents include a commercial invoice with technical specifications (stainless steel grade, mesh dimensions, belt width, temperature resistance), material certificate per EN 10204, food contact compliance declaration (if applicable) and certificate of origin. Products must comply with REACH. Current MFN duty rates should be verified in TARIC.

Trade measures for woven steel bands 7314 12

Woven steel bands under CN code 7314 12 may be subject to EU trade defence measures. Steel safeguard measures under the TRQ system may cover products under heading 7314, with an additional 25 percent duty above the quota limit. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to sanctions prohibitions. Anti-dumping duties on steel bands from specific countries may apply - the status should be verified in TARIC. The stainless steel conveyor belt market is a specialised segment of food and processing industry equipment. Major producers are located in Europe, China and India. Machine bands are consumable elements requiring regular replacement, generating steady import demand. Preferential rates under EU FTAs may reduce import costs. Total import cost includes conventional duty, safeguard measures, CBAM and VAT. Current trade measures are available in TARIC.

Customs classification of stainless steel woven bands for machines (CN 7314 12)

CN code 7314 12 of the Combined Nomenclature covers stainless steel woven bands for machines within Chapter 73, which deals with articles of iron or steel. Classification in this chapter is based on the type of article, its intended use, manufacturing method (casting, forging, welding, stamping) and base material (cast iron, non-alloy steel, stainless steel or alloy steel). Correct classification requires analysis of technical documentation. Where classification is uncertain, importers can obtain Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling from customs authorities, valid for three years.

Frequently asked questions

What does CN code 7314 12 cover?
CN code 7314 12 covers endless bands of stainless steel wire for use in machinery. These are primarily stainless steel mesh conveyor belts for food processing, bakery and production line applications. The classification criteria are stainless steel material, endless band form and machine use designation. Carbon steel bands are classified under CN 7314 14.
Are steel bands under CN 7314 12 subject to CBAM?
Yes. Since 1 January 2026, steel bands under heading 7314 fall within the CBAM mechanism under Regulation (EU) 2023/956. Importers must register as authorised CBAM declarants, submit quarterly declarations of embedded emissions and purchase CBAM certificates. Certificate costs depend on the CO2 emission intensity of stainless steel production and the EU ETS allowance price.
Do food contact conveyor belts require additional certificates?
Yes. Stainless steel conveyor belts used in direct food contact must comply with Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004 on food contact materials. The manufacturer should issue a declaration of compliance confirming safe substance migration. The stainless steel grade must be suitable for food contact (typically AISI 304 or 316).
How to obtain a BTI ruling for stainless steel woven bands for machines (CN 7314 12)?
A Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling for CN code 7314 12 is obtained by submitting an application to the national customs authority. The application must include a detailed product description, samples, photographs and technical documentation..

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