Official tariff classification decisions published by the European Commission
7 Rulings
Garden greenhouse
Garden greenhouse approximately 140 × 140 × 200 cm, consisting of a steel metal frame with eight lateral wire shelves (each 58 × 28 cm), covered with a flexible plastic coating with a front roll-up opening and Velcro closure, allowing access for a person. Designed for the storage and temporary or permanent protection of plants, particularly in the context of sale or professional horticulture. This item falls under modular garden greenhouses or shelters, with a general conformity obligation for materials (safety, absence of hazardous substances, REACH), without specific CE requirements.
Apr 19, 2016
Rectangular steel box with handle, lid, and mechanical closure system, decorated with relief motifs of biscuits and cartoon animals.
This is a rectangular steel box with thick walls (more than 0.5 mm), a capacity less than 50 liters, equipped with a hinged lid, a mechanical locking system, and a lateral handle. It contains no interior fittings and is decorated with embossed motifs of biscuits and cartoon animals, suggesting its primary use for storing or presenting biscuits or other foodstuffs, or as a versatile storage box. The classification considers its material, decorative features, and intended use, in accordance with the Combined Nomenclature (CN) and relevant legal provisions, including Regulation 757/2014, implementing Regulation (EU) No 952/2013 (UCC), and the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI). The product's characteristics do not align with classifications for purely decorative items or containers solely for non-food use, and the decoration does not alter its primary function as a storage container for food or general purposes.
Jul 10, 2014
Swivel caster composed of a mounting plate and a stainless steel housing, equipped with a rubber tire mounted on a plastic rim with bearing, designed to be attached to various equipment (trolleys, hospital beds, furniture). Diameter approximately 13 cm; robust construction for industrial, hospital, or furniture use. Generally classified as an accessory or part for furniture or handling equipment, subject to possible strength or safety requirements depending on the application.
The swivel caster consists of a mounting plate and a stainless steel housing, fitted with a rubber tire on a plastic rim with a bearing. It is designed for attachment to various equipment such as trolleys, hospital beds, and furniture. The diameter is approximately 13 cm. Its robust construction makes it suitable for industrial, hospital, or furniture applications. Typically, it is classified as an accessory or part for furniture or handling equipment, and may be subject to specific strength or safety requirements depending on its intended use, in accordance with Regulation 728/2013, the Combined Nomenclature (CN), and relevant customs classification rules, including the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) and the applicable legal references.
Jul 25, 2013
Rectangular box for wine bottle packaging
Rectangular box approximately 33 × 10 × 10 cm, made of thin metal sheet (0.2 mm thick), featuring an external brand and logo. The interior is fitted with a removable molded plastic lining to protect a wine bottle. The item is presented empty and specifically designed as promotional or protective packaging for a wine bottle, falling under the category of metallic containers with functions of presentation, storage, or gift. No specific regulatory constraints apply, except for material requirements concerning food contact.
Mar 19, 2013
U-bolt with clamp
Galvanized fastening article comprising a U-bolt threaded at both ends, two hexagonal nuts, and a molded steel clamp with two holes. Primarily used to join and tighten multiple cables together; the assembly allows mechanical clamping via the nuts. Galvanization provides increased corrosion resistance; commonly used in electrical, construction, or marine fields for securing cables or wires. No specific regulatory element indicated, aside from compliance with normative requirements concerning steel fastening articles (hazardous substances content, certification for use in critical installations).
Nov 23, 2012
Semi-finished steel disc for wind turbine nacelle
This is a raw steel disc cut from a hot-rolled flat sheet (approximately 187 cm in diameter, 1.5 cm thick), featuring two stamped holes of different sizes, intended for subsequent machining and assembly operations before integration into a wind turbine. The disc serves as a mechanical interface to attach a blade to the support within the nacelle. The product is in a semi-finished state and has not yet acquired the shape or essential characteristics of a specific part for machinery or equipment. It falls under the general regulation on steel products, with no specific technical requirements other than compliance with industrial safety standards.
Aug 11, 2010
Item 6: Metal money-box, in the form of a miniature letter-box about 12 cm high and with a base about 5 × 6 cm, painted red, having a hole in the back for hanging it on a wall, a slot at the front for inserting coins, and a small door with a lock
Whereas the Common Customs Tariff annexed to Council Regulation (EEC) No 950/68 (2), as last amended by Regulation (EEC) No 604/83 (3), lists under heading No 69.13 inter alia statuettes and other ornaments, under heading No 97.02, dolls, and under heading No 97.03 inter alia other toys, under heading No 39.07, articles of plastic materials described in heading Nos 39.01 to 39.06, under heading No 44.27 inter alia ornaments or other fancy articles of wood, under heading No 73.40, other articles of iron or steel, and under heading No 83.06 inter alia ornaments of base metal; whereas for the classification of the aforementioned goods the abovementioned headings can be considered; Whereas these goods, because of their design and use, do not possess the essential characteristics of a toy nor, as regards articles 2 to 5, of a doll; whereas the articles mentioned under 1, 2 and 3, under 4, under 5 and under 6 are therefore not excluded, respectively, from Chapters 69, 39 and 44 or from Section XV by virtue of Notes 2 (f) to Chapter 69, 1 (q) to Chapter 39, 1 (o) to Chapter 44 or 1 (m) to Section XV; whereas, nevertheless, in the case of article 6, it does not have the characteristics of an ornament for use indoors similar to knick-knacks or wall ornaments mentioned in subheading 83.06 A of the Explanatory Notes to the Customs Cooperation Council Nomenclature; Whereas their form and decoration give the first five articles in question the character of ornaments; whereas neither their dimensions nor their function as money-boxes have any influence on their character as ornaments; whereas consequently, the first three articles must be classified under heading No 69.13; the fourth in subheading 39.07 B V d), and the fifth in subheading 44.27 B; whereas the sixth article, which can be treated in the same way as boxes, cases, cachou boxes and other containers referred to in paragraph (B) (3) of the Explanatory Note to the Customs Cooperation Council Nomenclature relating to heading No 73.40, must be classified under that heading in subheading B; Whereas the measures provided for in this Regulation are in accordance with the opinion of the Committee on Common Customs Tariff Nomenclature, Documented CN 2026 code: 73269098.
Apr 5, 1983