New CN Nomenclature 2025: Key Changes

Overview

The EU Commission has updated the Combined Nomenclature (CN) for 2025. This annual update brings changes to tariff numbers, product descriptions, and statistical subheadings.

Key Changes

Chapters 84 and 85 - Machinery and Electrical

New subheadings for electric vehicles and their components

More precise classification of semiconductors and integrated circuits

Adjustments for batteries and accumulators

Chapter 27 - Mineral Fuels

New codes for synthetic fuels (e-fuels)

Revised classification of hydrogen

Chapter 39 - Plastics

Extended positions for bio-based plastics

New distinctions for recycled materials

What This Means for Businesses

Update IT systems: Ensure your ERP systems use the new codes

Supplier communication: Inform your suppliers about changed requirements

Training: Train your customs staff on the updates

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