What is the tolerance threshold under the EEA/EFTA?

The general tolerance is 10% of the ex-works value of the finished product.

EEA/EFTA - HS 49

European Economic Area (EEA) Agreement / EFTA

1 rulesTolerance: 10%1994

4900-4999Printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans

CTH

Manufacture from materials of any heading except that of the product.

OR - alternative rule

MaxNOM

Manufacture in which the value of all the materials used does not exceed 50% of the ex-works price of the product.

50% ex-works