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E-Cigarettes → 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 2404
Duty rate 0-48%
VAT / tax 21%

Technical standards

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

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 41701-2022 GB/T 电子烟烟液 烟碱、丙二醇和丙三醇的测定 气相色谱法 2022
GB/T 21138-2019 GB/T 烟草种子 2019
GB/T 24308-2019 GB/T 烟草种子生产加工技术规程 2019
GB/T 18771.4-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第4部分:品质评价和检测 2015
GB/T 18771.3-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第3部分:烟用材料 2015
GB/T 18771.2-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第2部分:烟草制品与烟草加工 2015
GB/T 18771.1-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第1部分: 烟草类型与烟叶生产 2015
GB/T 31786-2015 GB/T 烟草及烟草制品 箱内片烟密度偏差率的无损检测 电离辐射法 2015

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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