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WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS; SPECIAL YARNS; TWINE, CORDAGE, ROPES AND CABLES AND ARTICLES THEREOF›Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated
Weighing more than 70 g/m² but not more than 150 g/m²
Characteristics and tariff classification scope
CN code 560313 covers nonwovens of man-made synthetic or artificial fibres weighing more than 70 g/m² but not more than 150 g/m². These are medium to heavy-weight materials used in construction as roofing membranes and vapour barriers, in geotechnics as separation and filtration layers, in automotive as sound insulation materials, and in furniture as covering materials. Needle-punched and thermally bonded nonwovens in this weight range offer good mechanical properties and durability. Customs classification requires weight confirmation through laboratory testing, as exceeding the 150 g/m² threshold results in reclassification to code 560314.
EU regulations and certification requirements
Nonwovens under CN code 560313 are subject to the Textile Regulation (EU) No 1007/2011 for fibre composition labelling. Construction nonwovens such as roofing membranes are subject to the CPR (EU) No 305/2011 with CE marking and Declaration of Performance requirements. Geotextiles must comply with EN ISO 10318 and EN 13249-13257 standards. Nonwovens used as thermal insulation are subject to EN 13162 or the relevant product standard. REACH imposes restrictions on chemical substances, and for nonwovens with fire-resistant coatings, compliance of flame retardants with the restricted substances list must be verified.
Import, trade, and logistics
When importing nonwovens under CN code 560313, the customs declaration should include information on weight, fibre composition, production method, and intended end-use. For construction nonwovens, CE documentation or information on the planned certification process must be attached. Transport of nonwovens in large-format rolls requires protection against moisture and mechanical damage. Geotextiles and construction membranes should be transported in packaging that protects against UV radiation, which can degrade the material. Preferential duty rates may be available under FTA agreements, provided the rules of origin are properly documented.
Medium-heavy synthetic nonwovens CN 5603 13 in construction
CN code 5603 13 covers nonwovens of synthetic fibres weighing 70-150 g/m². These are medium-heavy nonwovens used in construction as roofing membranes, vapour barriers and separation geotextiles. They are also used in furniture and automotive industries. Construction nonwoven imports may require CE conformity certificates under European standards.
Frequently asked questions
Does a synthetic nonwoven roofing membrane require CE marking?
Yes. Roofing membranes placed on the EU market as construction products are subject to the CPR (EU) No 305/2011 and must bear CE marking based on the relevant harmonised standard, such as EN 13859-1 for underlays for roofing. The manufacturer or importer must prepare a Declaration of Performance.
How to distinguish 560313 from 560314 when the weight is close to 150 g/m²?
The boundary is precisely 150 g/m². Nonwovens weighing up to and including 150 g/m² are classified under code 560313, while those above 150 g/m² fall under code 560314. For borderline weights, precise laboratory testing in accordance with EN ISO 9073-1 is necessary and constitutes binding evidence for customs classification.
Do geotextile nonwovens require additional customs documentation?
Geotextiles as construction products require CE marking under CPR and a Declaration of Performance. When importing into the EU, information on the standards against which the product has been tested, such as EN 13249, should be included in the customs documentation. Without CE documentation, geotextiles cannot be legally placed on the EU market as construction products.
Do construction nonwovens CN 5603 13 require CE marking?
Yes, geotextile nonwovens CN 5603 13 placed on the EU market as construction products must bear CE marking under the Construction Products Regulation (CPR). A declaration of performance is required.
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