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- Before buying: what should you take into account?<\/a>\n
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- Correctly identified product<\/a><\/li>\n
- Real and traceable supplier<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Correct tariff classification<\/a>\n
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- Common classifications<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Mandatory labelling<\/a>\n
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- Clothing (textiles)<\/a><\/li>\n
- Footwear<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- What is SOIVRE control and when does it apply?<\/a>\n
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- When is it triggered?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Purpose of SOIVRE<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Essential documentation for importing clothing and footwear<\/a>\n
- Most common mistakes when importing clothing and footwear<\/a>\n
- How to import clothing and footwear without problems (professional method)<\/a>\n
- Do you want to import clothing or footwear without risk?<\/a>\n <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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Importing clothing and footwear into Spain is a real opportunity for companies and entrepreneurs, but it is also one of the sectors most closely monitored by Customs and SOIVRE<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most common mistakes we detect once the goods have already arrived<\/strong> are: incorrect labelling, incorrect tariff classification, incomplete documentation or errors regarding origin. All of this causes blockages, inspections, additional costs and delays<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1. Before buying: what should you take into account?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Control begins at origin and with the supplier. Before closing the purchase, key aspects must be addressed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\u2714 Correctly identified product<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Is it clothing (textiles)<\/strong> or footwear<\/strong>?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What is the main material<\/strong>? (cotton, polyester, leather, synthetic material, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What is its intended use<\/strong>? (adult, children\u2019s, workwear, fashion)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\u279f Incorrect identification blocks customs clearance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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\u2714 Real and traceable supplier<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Real country of origin<\/strong> (not to be confused with the country of dispatch). On many occasions, origin<\/strong> is confused with provenance<\/strong>, which causes significant incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Complete commercial invoice<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Verifiable tax details<\/p>\n<\/div>
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2. Correct tariff classification<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The tariff heading (TARIC)<\/strong> determines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- The customs duty<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Whether there is SOIVRE control<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The applicable European regulations<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Common classifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Clothing: Chapters 61 and 62<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Footwear: Chapter 64<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\u279f A single incorrectly classified digit can lead to regularisation, penalties or the goods being stopped<\/strong>. Classification must be carried out before the purchase<\/strong>, not when the container is already at the port.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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3. Mandatory labelling <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Labelling cannot be easily corrected at Customs<\/strong>. If it is wrong, the problem already exists. This is one of the main reasons for rejection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\u2714<\/strong> Clothing (textiles)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It must obligatorily indicate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Textile fibre composition<\/strong>, as a percentage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Information in Spanish<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A label sewn in or permanently attached<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The following are not valid:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Labels only in English<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Technical abbreviations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Loose labels inside the packaging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\u2714<\/strong> Footwear<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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It must indicate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- The material of the upper<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The material of the lining and insole<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The material of the sole<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Using pictograms or text<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For footwear, the control may be carried out piece by piece<\/strong>, not only on samples.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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4. What is SOIVRE control and when does it apply?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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SOIVRE control<\/strong> is an official inspection that verifies that imported products comply with European safety, labelling and conformity regulations<\/strong> before customs clearance and sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\nWhen is it triggered?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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During import customs clearance<\/strong>, when:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- The tariff heading is subject to control<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- There are doubts about the labelling, materials or product safety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The control may be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Documentary<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Physical<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- With sampling<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Purpose of SOIVRE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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- Protect the end consumer<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Guarantee correct labelling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Prevent non-compliant products from entering the EU<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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\u279f SOIVRE does not correct mistakes<\/strong>. If the product does not comply, the goods may be blocked, rejected or require re-export<\/strong>, with the cost borne by the importer.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
For this reason, it is essential to anticipate SOIVRE control in order to avoid weeks of blockage and extra costs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>
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5. Essential documentation for importing clothing and footwear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Correct customs clearance requires:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- A consistent and complete<\/strong> commercial invoice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A detailed<\/strong> packing list<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Bill of lading (BL or AWB)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Certificate of origin (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Labelling compliant with EU regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Real and justifiable customs value<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Undervaluation<\/strong> is one of the main reasons for inspection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n6. Most common mistakes when importing clothing and footwear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Labels only in English<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Incorrect textile composition<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- \u201cApproximate\u201d tariff heading<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Incorrectly declared origin<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Invoices inconsistent with the real value<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Trying to \u201cfix it at Customs\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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7. How to import clothing and footwear without problems (professional method)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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- Preparation for SOIVRE control (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Prior product analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Correct tariff classification<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Labelling review<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Document validation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Do you want to import clothing or footwear without risk?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At Omnia Aduanas<\/strong>, we work:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- As preventive inspectors<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Anticipating the criteria of Customs and SOIVRE<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoiding blockages, costs and penalties<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Contact us before importing<\/strong> and we will review your operation before the problem arises<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u279f Importing properly is not a matter of luck.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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\u279f It is method, experience and control.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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- Anticipating the criteria of Customs and SOIVRE<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- As preventive inspectors<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A detailed<\/strong> packing list<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- A consistent and complete<\/strong> commercial invoice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Physical<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Documentary<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The material of the lining and insole<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The material of the upper<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Information in Spanish<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Footwear: Chapter 64<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Whether there is SOIVRE control<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- What is the main material<\/strong>? (cotton, polyester, leather, synthetic material, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Purpose of SOIVRE<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Footwear<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Mandatory labelling<\/a>\n
- Real and traceable supplier<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n
- Correctly identified product<\/a><\/li>\n