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WADDING, FELT AND NONWOVENS; SPECIAL YARNS; TWINE, CORDAGE, ROPES AND CABLES AND ARTICLES THEREOF›Knotted netting of twine, cordage or rope; made-up fishing nets and other made-up nets, of textile materials
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Classification scope and covered products
CN code 560890 covers knotted netting and made-up nets of textile yarn, other than fishing nets. This includes sports nets (tennis, volleyball, football), construction safety nets, military camouflage nets, packaging nets, hammocks, and decorative and protective netting. This is a broad category encompassing all made-up knotted nets not classified as fishing nets. Customs classification requires determining the product purpose to exclude fishing use, and specifying the fibre composition and technical parameters of the netting.
Regulatory requirements and safety
Nets and netting imported into the EU are subject to various regulations depending on intended use. Sports nets should comply with standards relevant to the specific sport. Construction safety nets are subject to the CPR (EU) No 305/2011 and EN 1263-1 on safety nets. Protective nets as PPE are subject to the PPE Regulation. REACH restricts chemical substances in materials. The GPSR (EU) 2023/988 requires general consumer product safety.
Trade and customs procedures
Importing netting under CN code 560890 requires customs documentation precisely describing the product, its intended use, and fibre composition. Given the diversity of products under this code, correct customs classification requires particular care. Major producers include China, India, and Turkey for mass-produced netting, and European countries for specialist nets. Transport in bales or packages requires moisture and UV protection. Preferential duty rates may be available under FTA agreements and the GSP system.
Other knotted netting and nets CN 5608 90
CN code 5608 90 covers other knotted netting and nets of textile materials – other than fishing nets. These may include sports nets (tennis, volleyball), safety nets, bird nets, camouflage nets or cargo nets. Classification depends on material and construction (knotted vs knotless). Knotless nets may be classified as nonwovens under other headings.
Frequently asked questions
Do construction safety nets require CE marking?
Yes. Safety nets used on construction sites are subject to the CPR and EN 1263-1 on safety net requirements. The manufacturer must prepare a Declaration of Performance and ensure CE marking. Nets without CE marking cannot be used on construction sites in the EU.
How to distinguish sports netting from fishing nets in classification?
The product purpose is key. Fishing nets (codes 560811 and 560819) are designed for catching fish, with appropriate mesh size and construction. Sports and other general-purpose netting is classified under code 560890. Customs documentation should clearly indicate the intended use of the goods.
Are hammocks classified under code 560890?
Yes. Hammocks as made-up nets of textile yarn, not intended for fishing, are classified under code 560890. This applies to traditional knotted-mesh hammocks of both synthetic and natural fibres. Fabric hammocks may be classified in Chapter 63.
How to classify sports nets under CN code 5608 90?
Sports nets (tennis, volleyball, goal nets) of textile materials are classified under CN 5608 90 if they are knotted nets. Complete nets mounted on frames may fall under heading 9506 as sports equipment.
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