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Watches & Eyewear → 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 9102
Duty rate 0-4.7%
VAT / tax 21%

Technical standards

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

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 13511.1-2025 GB/T 配装眼镜 第1部分:单焦和多焦定配眼镜 2025
GB/T 10810.4-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第4部分:减反射膜试验方法 2025
GB/T 10810.5-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第5部分:表面耐磨试验方法 2025
GB/T 10810.2-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第2部分:渐变焦 2025
GB/T 13511.2-2025 GB/T 配装眼镜 第2部分:渐变焦定配眼镜 2025
GB/T 10810.1-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第1部分:单焦和多焦 2025
GB/T 10810.3-2025 GB/T 眼镜镜片 第3部分:透射比试验方法 2025
GB/T 44458.3-2024 GB/T 运动用眼部和面部保护 第3部分:水面游泳用眼镜的要求和试验方法 2024

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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