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Clothing → Netherlands

Requires CE + Dutch Afvalfonds packaging registration + Dutch VAT; Rotterdam is Europe's main port

Lead time 4-8 weeks
Cost range €1,500-5,000
HS code 6109
Duty rate 12%
VAT / tax 21%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 14057.2-2026 GB/T 放射性污染表面去污 第2部分:纺织品去污剂的试验方法 2026
GB/T 45068.2-2025 GB/T 数字化试衣 系统性能评估 第2部分:虚拟服装表示 2025
GB/T 20384-2024 GB/T 纺织品 氯化苯和氯化甲苯类化合物的测定 2024
GB/T 12705.1-2024 GB/T 纺织品 防钻绒性试验方法 第1部分:摩擦法 2024
GB/T 2910.9-2024 GB/T 纺织品 定量化学分析 第9部分:醋酯纤维与某些其他纤维的混合物(苯甲醇法) 2024
GB/T 37977.49-2023 GB/T 静电学 第4-9部分:特定应用中的标准试验方法 服装 2023
GB/T 32614-2023 GB/T 户外运动服装 冲锋衣 2023
GB/T 29863-2023 GB/T 服装制图 2023

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
CE certification Mandatory when EU directives apply Required
Afvalfonds registration Dutch packaging waste fund Required
Dutch VAT NL tax ID registration required Required
Dutch EPR EPR for electronics/batteries/packaging Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

What is Afvalfonds?
The Dutch packaging waste fund; packaged products must register.
What is the Dutch VAT rate?
Standard rate 21%.
Is the Netherlands a major European port?
Yes. Rotterdam is Europe's largest port and a major transshipment hub.
Dutch labeling requirements?
Product instructions must be in Dutch.
Is CE valid in the Netherlands?
Yes. The Netherlands is an EU member.

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