Drawing or roving machines

Subheading 8445 13 of the Combined Nomenclature covers machines for drawing (stretching) and spinning textile fibres. These machines perform the intermediate stage between carding and final spinning, uniformly stretching the fibre sliver and imparting a slight twist. This subheading includes roving frames, drawing frames, ring spinning machines, compact spinning machines and other devices for preparing roving or directly spinning fibres. These machines convert carded or combed slivers into roving or finished yarn. Classification under subheading 8445 13 is based on the notes to Chapter 84 of the CN and the General Rules for the Interpretation, particularly Rules 1 and 6. These machines should be distinguished from carding machines (8445 11) and combing machines (8445 12), which perform earlier processing stages. Where classification doubts arise, importers should apply for Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling.

Importing machines under subheading 8445 13 into the EU requires compliance with the Union Customs Code (Regulation (EU) No 952/2013). The importer must hold an EORI number and file a customs declaration. These machines fall under the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230, requiring CE marking, an EU declaration of conformity and operating instructions. They are subject to the Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU) and EMC Directive (2014/30/EU). Spinning machines equipped with rapidly rotating spindles and drawing mechanisms require protective guards, emergency stop systems and anti-vibration safeguards. Modern spinning machines with electronic controls may be subject to additional software safety requirements. Import documentation includes commercial invoices, transport documents, technical specifications, CE declarations and operating manuals. Multi-module spinning machines may require on-site assembly by manufacturer technicians. MFN duty rates should be verified in TARIC.

Machines under subheading 8445 13 are central equipment in textile spinning mills. Drawing frames equalise irregularities in fibre slivers and prepare material for spinning. Roving frames impart a slight twist and wind roving onto bobbins prepared for spinning frames. Ring and compact spinning machines produce finished yarn of specified count and twist. These machines are essential for producing cotton, wool, linen and synthetic fibre yarn. Major manufacturers include companies from Germany, Switzerland, Japan, China and India. MFN duty rates for subheading 8445 13 should be verified in the current TARIC database. Preferential rates may be available under EU FTAs. Imports from Russia and Belarus are subject to EU sanctions. VAT is charged upon importation. All trade measures should be verified in TARIC before filing the customs declaration.

Fibre drawing/spinning machines under CN 8445 13 are subject to the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 requiring CE marking. Harmonised standards in the EN ISO 11111 series specify detailed safety requirements for textile machinery - guarding of moving parts, emergency stop systems, noise and vibration protection. Electrical machines must comply with the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Importing used machinery requires verification of compliance with current EU standards. Spare parts are classified under the appropriate machine subheading per Section XVI Note 2.