Official tariff classification decisions published by the European Commission
23 Rulings
Aluminium and magnesium oxide
Chemically defined product composed of magnesium aluminate with a spinel-type crystalline structure (approximately 28% MgO, 72% Al₂O₃), presented in the form of granules, pieces, or powder. Obtained by fused reaction of aluminium and magnesium oxides, it is intended for the manufacture of refractory tiles and bricks for the steel industry. This product falls under inorganic magnesium and aluminium oxides and compounds specifically defined, subject to REACH regulation for chemical substances and to regulatory classification concerning industrial mineral products.
Sep 22, 2015
Aluminium and magnesium oxide
Chemically defined product composed of magnesium aluminate with a spinel-type crystalline structure (approximately 28% MgO, 72% Al₂O₃), presented in the form of granules, pieces, or powder. Obtained by fused reaction of aluminium and magnesium oxides, it is intended for the manufacture of refractory tiles and bricks for the steel industry. This product falls under inorganic magnesium and aluminium oxides and compounds specifically defined, subject to REACH regulation for chemical substances and to regulatory classification concerning industrial mineral products.
Sep 22, 2015
Silica gel
Silica dioxide ("silica gel") packaged as small transparent granules (0.5 to 1.5 mm) in paper sachets or permeable plastic capsules, intended for moisture absorption for the protection and preservation of goods (medicines, sensitive products, etc.). Marketed as a desiccant, this product falls under drying agents for industrial or commercial use, subject to REACH compliance for chemical substances and regulatory labeling concerning usage and safety.
Feb 2, 2015
Cat litter composed mainly (≥94%) of natural bentonite, dried, mixed with an antibacterial agent and activated charcoal to limit odors and bacterial proliferation. Presented in granular form and sold in various packaging for the end consumer. Main use: absorption and odor control in pet litter boxes.
Customs classification of cat litter consisting of spherical or oval silica gel (silicon dioxide) granules, including colored granules by addition of blue dye. The product is presented in different package sizes and intended for liquid absorption and odor control in pet litter boxes. No additives other than the blue dye are mentioned. The product is classified under CN code 3824 90 97, which covers other chemical products not elsewhere specified or included, suitable for use as a chemical agent, with a TARIC code of 3824 90 97 10. The classification is based on GRI 1, considering the essential character of the bentonite or silica gel granules, and the product's primary use as an absorbent and deodorizer for pet litter. The classification references Regulation (EU) No 699/2013, implementing Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 (Union Customs Code), and the relevant provisions of the Combined Nomenclature and TARIC. The product is not classified as a chemical product for industrial use but as a consumer pet accessory, with customs duties applicable accordingly.
Jul 19, 2013
Cat litter composed mainly (≥94%) of natural bentonite, dried, mixed with an antibacterial agent and activated charcoal to limit odors and bacterial proliferation. Presented in granular form and sold in various packaging for the end consumer. Main use: absorption and odor control in pet litter boxes.
Customs classification of cat litter consisting of spherical or oval silica gel (silicon dioxide) granules, including colored granules by addition of blue dye. The product is presented in different package sizes and intended for liquid absorption and odor control in pet litter boxes. No additives other than the blue dye are mentioned. The product is classified under CN code 3824 90 97, which covers other chemical products not elsewhere specified or included, suitable for use as a chemical agent, with a TARIC code of 3824 90 97 10. The classification is based on GRI 1, considering the essential character of the bentonite or silica gel granules, and the product's primary use as an absorbent and deodorizer for pet litter. The classification references Regulation (EU) No 699/2013, implementing Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 (Union Customs Code), and the relevant provisions of the Combined Nomenclature and TARIC. The product is not classified as a chemical product for industrial use but as a consumer pet accessory, with customs duties applicable accordingly.
Jul 19, 2013
Topical pain relief gel with isopropyl alcohol, menthol, camphor, plant extracts (Ilex paraguariensis), carbomer, triethanolamine, excipients, and colorants, intended for external use for temporary relief of muscular and joint pain (arthritis, back pain, sprains, strains). Main use: topical application for local analgesic effect.
Customs classification under Regulation 1303/2011. The product is a topical analgesic gel formulated with isopropyl alcohol, menthol, camphor, plant extracts (Ilex paraguariensis), carbomer, triethanolamine, excipients, and colorants, intended for external use to provide temporary relief from muscular and joint pain such as arthritis, back pain, sprains, and strains. Its primary use is for cutaneous application with a local analgesic purpose. Regulatory particularities include compliance with medical device or cosmetic legislation depending on commercial presentation and claims, adherence to labeling requirements, restrictions on substances under REACH/COSMOS, and safety assessment for active ingredients and excipients.
Dec 9, 2011
Cold-relief headwear accessory
The product is a flexible plastic item, similar in shape to glasses, containing a liquid solution composed of 60% propylene glycol and 40% water. Designed for external use, it is intended to be cooled and then applied to the face to relieve headaches through a cooling effect. It is a cold therapy accessory, non-medical, classified as articles made of plastics combined with a refrigerant solution for body application.
Apr 8, 2008
Item 8: Creamy-white powder, consisting of montmorillonite with about 30 % added stearylamine. It is an organophile, miscible with organic solvents, and displays a mass-loss of 35 % after being heated to 600 °C
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature, and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. This product is not considered activated within the meaning of heading 3802. See also the Explanatory Notes to the Harmonised System, heading 3824, (40) Documented CN 2026 code: 38249996, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 96 Modification of structure of heading 3824.
Jan 25, 1999
Item 7: Mixture of rape-oil (98 %) and a mixture (2 %) consisting of diesel and other heavy oils
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97 The addition of 2 % of a mixture of diesel and other heavy oil confers the character of a fuel to the product Documented CN 2026 code: 38249992, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 92 Modification of structure of heading 3824. The product is predominantly composed of organic compounds, and is a liquid at 20 °C
Jun 17, 1998
Item 6: Mixture of rape-oil (98 %) and petrol (2 %)
Classification is determined by General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the Combined Nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97 The addition of 2 % petrol confers the character of a fuel to the product Documented CN 2026 code: 38249992, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 92 Modification of structure of heading 3824. The product is predominantly composed of organic compounds, and is a liquid at 20 °C.
Jun 17, 1998
Item 2: Mixture of carboxylic acids, containing approximately by weight: 79 % azelaic acid, 20 % other dibasic acids and 1 % monobasic acids.
Classification is determined by the provisions of General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature, and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. The product is considered to be insufficiently pure to be classified in Chapter 29. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249993, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 93 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds. The product is not a liquid at 20 °C.
Apr 16, 1996
Item 2: Emulsifying agent, consisting of a mixture of mono- and diacetyl-tartaric- acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (E 472(e))
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature, by Note 1 (b) to Chapter 38 and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 55. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249955, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 55 Modification of structure of heading 3824.
Jul 19, 1994
Base-preparation for chewing-gum, in the form of plates or granules consisting mainly of: specially-purified elastomeric polymers, resins, refined waxes, glycerol esters of edible fatty acids, mineral fillers, and antioxidants. The preparation may also contain natural emulsifiers and natural gum.
Classification is determined by the provisions of General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97 Documented CN 2026 code: 38249993, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 93 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds.
Oct 7, 1992
Item 6: Solid extract from the residual material insoluble in aliphatic solvents, obtained during the extraction of rosin from wood, having the following characteristics: a resin-acid-content not exceeding 30 % by weight, an acid-number not exceeding 110, and a melting point of not less than 100° C.
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249993, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 93 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds. Source material is wood (organic), thus the product is also organic.
Jun 12, 1992
Item 5: Intermediate product from the preparation of cholic acid from ox-bile, essentially consisting of mixed cholic and deoxycholic acids (about 80 % by weight), fatty acids and inorganic salts
Classfication is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 64. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249964, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 64 Modification of structure of heading 3824.
Jul 12, 1991
Item 6: Blend of adipic-acid esters of alcohols having mainly 12 and 13 carbon atoms, used principally in the manufacture of synthetic lubricants
Classfication is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and by the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249993, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 93 Modification of structure of heading 3824. The product is a base for producing the gels, it is not a gel itself.
Jul 12, 1991
Item 1: Aqueous emulsion based on carnauba wax, used as a release agent on sheets of plastics and similar materials
Classification is determined by the provisions of General Rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and the texts of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. This product does not have the characteristics of goods falling within CN codes 3405 and 3809 Documented CN 2026 code: 38249992, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 92 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds. The product is an “emulsion” (a dispersion of one liquid in another).
Mar 1, 1990
Item 2: Mixtures of clavulanic acid (INN) (50 % by weight), potassium salt, and microcrystalline cellulose, for incorporation into antibiotic-based medical products
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and the wording of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 64 This product does not comply with note 1 (f) to Chapter 29 It is an intermediate preparation which also does not have the characteristics of a medicinal product within the meaning of Chapter 30 and is covered by the second part of CN code 3824 Documented CN 2026 code: 38249964, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 64 Modification of structure of heading 3824.
Dec 20, 1988
Item 3: Sodium dihydridobis(2- methoxyethanolato)aluminate, in solution (70 %) in toluene
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 for the interpretation of the combined nomenclature and the texts of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. The product cannot be classified in Chapter 29 because it does not comply with the provisions of Note 1 (E) of Chapter 29. It is a preparation of the chemical industry not elsewhere specified or included Classification is determined by the provisions Documented CN 2026 code: 38249992, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 92 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds.
Nov 9, 1988
Item 7: Preparation, of the kind used as raw material in the production of cosmetics, having the following approximate composition by weight: 3 % collagen, 44 % glycerol, 53 % water.
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 and the texts of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. The product cannot be considered as a protein substance of CN code 3504. It is covered by the second part of the text of CN code 3824. It is an intermediate product not yet having the characteristics of a cosmetic preparation. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249992, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 92 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds.
Jul 25, 1988
Item 8: Preparation, of the kind used as raw material in the production of cosmetics, having the following approximate composition by weight: 5 % elastin, 45 % propare-1,2-diol, 50 % water.
Classification is determined by the provisions of general rules 1 and 6 and the texts of CN codes 3824, 3824 90 and 3824 90 97. The product cannot be considered as a protein substance of CN code 3504. It is covered by the second part of the text of CN code 3824. It is an intermediate product not yet having the characteristics of a cosmetic preparation. Documented CN 2026 code: 38249993, 3824. Commission 2026 transposition note: 3824 99 93 Modification of structure of heading 3824. Predominantly composed of organic compounds. Elastin is not soluble; thus, the product is dispersion, and it is not in the form of liquid at 20 °C.
Jul 25, 1988