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NUCLEAR REACTORS, BOILERS, MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL APPLIANCES; PARTS THEREOF›Machines for preparing textile fibres; spinning, doubling or twisting machines and other machinery for producing textile yarns; textile reeling or winding (including weft-winding) machines and machines for preparing textile yarns for use on the machines of heading 8446 or 8447

Other

Standard EU duty
1.7%
VAT
23%
Additional duties / sanctions
0 rules
Docs required
14 docs
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Standard rates
Applies toTypeRateConditionsRegulation
ERGA OMNESThird country duty1.7%-R2261/98
Preferences
AD 0%AL 0%BA 0%CA 0%CAMER 0%CARI 0%CH 0%CI 0%CL 0%CM 0%CO 0%DZ 0%EBA 0%EC 0%EEA 0%EG 0%EH 0%ESA 0%EUCA 0%FJ 0%FO 0%GB 0%GE 0%GH 0%GSP 0%GSP+ 0%IL 0%JO 0%JP 0%KE 0%KR 0%LB 0%LOMB 0%MA 0%MD 0%ME 0%MK 0%MX 0%NZ 0%PE 0%PG 0%PS 0%SADC EPA 0%SB 0%SG 0%SM 0%SWITZ 0%SY 0%TN 0%TR 0%UA 0%VN 0%WS 0%XC 0%XK 0%XL 0%XS 0%ZA 0%
Notes
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”.
CD727Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of an origin declaration stating the European Union origin of the goods, in the context of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA).
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
CD500Eligibility to benefit from this preference is subject to the presentation of a proof of origin stating the community origin of the goods, in the context of the agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation.
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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.

Definition and classification scope of subheading 8445 19

Subheading 8445 19 of the Combined Nomenclature covers other machines for preparing textile fibres for spinning, not specified in subheadings 8445 11 to 8445 13. This category includes fibre blending machines, bale openers, fibre loosening machines, bast fibre preparation machines (flax, hemp, jute), silk preparation machines and other specialised spinning equipment. Subheading 8445 19 is residual and covers all fibre preparation spinning machines not classified under more specific subheadings. Classification is based on the notes to Chapter 84 of the CN and the General Rules for the Interpretation, particularly Rules 1, 3 and 6. These machines should be distinguished from carding machines (8445 11), combing machines (8445 12) and drawing/spinning machines (8445 13). Where classification doubts arise, importers should apply for Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling.

Import requirements for other spinning machines (8445 19)

Importing machines under subheading 8445 19 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 with the correct CN code. 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). Machines processing natural fibres may generate fibre dust, requiring dust extraction and ventilation systems compliant with occupational safety regulations. Import documentation includes commercial invoices, transport documents, technical specifications, CE declarations and operating manuals. Large-format machines require special transport conditions. MFN duty rates should be verified in the TARIC system.

Applications and trade in other spinning machines (8445 19)

Machines under subheading 8445 19 encompass specialised spinning equipment used in various textile industry segments. Bale openers loosen compressed bales of cotton and synthetic fibres before further processing. Fibre blending machines ensure raw material homogeneity across different batches. Bast fibre preparation equipment (flax, hemp, jute) performs retting, breaking and scutching operations. Silk reeling machines are used for obtaining silk threads from cocoons. The market for these machines is highly specialised. Major manufacturers include companies from Germany, Italy, Switzerland, China and India. MFN duty rates 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.

Technical requirements for textile machinery CN 8445 19

Other spinning preparation machines under CN 8445 19 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.

Frequently asked questions

What machines does subheading 8445 19 cover?
Subheading 8445 19 covers other textile fibre preparation machines not specified in subheadings 8445 11 to 8445 13. This includes bale openers, fibre blending machines, bast fibre preparation equipment (flax, hemp, jute) and silk reeling machines. It is a residual subheading covering specialised spinning machines not falling under more specific subheadings.
What CE requirements apply to machines under subheading 8445 19?
Machines under subheading 8445 19 imported into the EU must bear CE marking under the Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230. An EU declaration of conformity, risk assessment and operating instructions are required. Machines generating fibre dust must be equipped with extraction systems. They are subject to the Low Voltage Directive and EMC Directive. Missing CE documentation prevents placing on the EU market.
How to distinguish subheading 8445 19 from 8445 11, 8445 12 and 8445 13?
Subheading 8445 11 covers carding machines, 8445 12 covers combing machines, and 8445 13 covers drawing and spinning machines. Subheading 8445 19 is residual and covers all other fibre preparation machines such as bale openers, blending machines and bast fibre equipment. The distinguishing criterion is the specific machine function in the spinning process. In case of doubt, applying for a BTI ruling is recommended.
Do used other spinning preparation machines (8445 19) require safety guard upgrades?
Used other spinning preparation machines under CN 8445 19 imported from outside the EU must meet Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 requirements.

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