TARIC 6109.10.00.00 — Cotton T-Shirts (Knitted)
6109.10.00.00 is the 10-digit EU TARIC code for cotton t-shirts (knitted). The third-country MFN duty rate is 12% on the CIF customs value. Combined Nomenclature code 6109.10.00. EU import VAT (17–27%, by member state) applies on top. Verified April 2026 against the EU TARIC database.
T-shirts, singlets, tank tops and other vests, knitted or crocheted, of cotton.
How TARIC 6109.10.00.00 breaks down
EU import VAT applied on top of duty
The EU duty rate of 12% is uniform across the 27 member states. VAT is set nationally and applies to the customs value plus the import duty.
For B2C shipments under €150, the seller may collect VAT at checkout via the IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) scheme. Above €150, VAT is collected at the border by the customs broker or postal carrier.
Where 6109.10.00.00 sits in the EU schedule
Chapter: Chapter 61 — Apparel and clothing accessories, knitted or crocheted
Heading: 6109 — T-shirts, singlets and other vests, knitted or crocheted
CN code: 6109.10.00
TARIC code: 6109.10.00.00
Common products under TARIC 6109.10.00.00
- •Cotton t-shirts (men's, women's, unisex)
- •Cotton tank tops
- •Knit undershirts
- •Plain and printed cotton tees
Classification notes
Heading 6109 covers knitted t-shirts of any cotton content above the chapter rule threshold. Polyester or polyester-blend t-shirts move to 6109.90. Long-sleeve t-shirts and base layers also fall here. Embroidered or lace-trimmed tees may shift to 6110 (sweaters/pullovers) — check the chapter notes.
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