Complete Product Listing - All 42 Categories with HS Codes

The table below provides the complete listing of all 42 apparel product categories imported by Teidem NV, with the corresponding 8-digit GTIP code, HS format code, sub-category classification, and typical end-use for each item. This comprehensive reference is useful for international suppliers preparing commercial invoices, customs declarations, and product specifications when selling to Teidem NV. Suppliers should declare the appropriate HS code (typically 6101-6217 series for apparel) on every commercial invoice and bill of lading to ensure smooth customs clearance through Belgian customs (DGDDI).

Major Supplier Countries to Belgian Apparel Importers

Belgian apparel importers including Teidem NV source from a diverse portfolio of supplier countries spanning Asia, North Africa, and the EU. According to European Apparel and Textile Confederation (EURATEX) trade data, Belgium's apparel imports come primarily from Turkey, Bangladesh, Vietnam, China, India, Cambodia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia for mass-market apparel, with Turkey being particularly important due to its customs union with the EU and established textile industry. North African suppliers (Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt) serve as nearshore options for fast-fashion and short lead-time orders, while EU suppliers (Italy, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Netherlands, Romania, Poland) provide premium and branded apparel. The country grid below highlights the nineteen most active supplier nations observed in Belgian apparel import data.

HS / GTIP Codes for Teidem NV Imports

The table below lists the seven most frequently used HS codes for apparel imported by Teidem NV, with the full eight-digit GTIP code, the formatted HS version, the product description, and the relevant Harmonised System chapter. International suppliers should reference the appropriate GTIP code on every commercial invoice and bill of lading to ensure smooth customs clearance through Belgian customs (DGDDI). The HS code system distinguishes between knitted articles (Chapter 61 - socks, stockings, tights, sportswear) and woven articles (Chapter 62 - suits, dresses, shirts, trousers), with different duty rates applying to each chapter.

How International Suppliers Can Approach Teidem NV

Approaching Teidem NV successfully requires professional preparation, EU regulatory awareness, and patience. Belgian business culture places significant emphasis on formal correspondence, quality documentation, and long-term relationship building, with procurement decisions typically made only after multiple interactions. International suppliers should plan for a first contact that introduces the company and its product range in formal English (the lingua franca of Belgian business), a second contact that shares technical specifications, fibre composition, and pricing in euros, and ideally an in-person meeting at the importer's Belgian premises or at a major European trade fair before any contract is signed.

When composing the first outreach email, suppliers should include a concise company profile, the categories of apparel available (mapped to Teidem NV's 42 product categories where possible), indicative FOB or CIF pricing in euros, monthly production capacity, and any certifications held (such as OEKO-TEX Standard 100, GOTS for organic textiles, BSCI for social compliance, or WRAP for ethical manufacturing). Belgian importers are accustomed to working in euros and expect quotations in EUR rather than USD. Including high-resolution product photographs, sample fabric swatches, and a clear statement of EU regulatory compliance (REACH for chemicals, Regulation 1007/2011 for textile labelling) will significantly increase the response rate. Suppliers should also explicitly mention their willingness to send a small sample shipment, as Belgian buyers will request samples before committing to a commercial order.

Trade fairs remain an important channel for initiating relationships with Belgian apparel buyers. The Lineapelle and Première Vision fairs (Milan, Paris) are attended by virtually every Belgian apparel importer, as is the Texworld fair in Paris and the CPD (Collection Première Düsseldorf) for the German-speaking market. Suppliers who exhibit at or visit these fairs should pre-arrange meetings with Teidem NV well in advance, since the Belgian delegation at these fairs is small enough that personal meetings can usually be scheduled without difficulty. Following the fair, a follow-up email referring to the in-person conversation typically yields a higher conversion rate than a cold first contact.

Documentation and Compliance for Exporting Apparel to Teidem NV

As a Belgian importer operating within the EU Customs Union, Teidem NV requires standard EU import documentation for all apparel shipments from non-EU suppliers. The required documentation includes a commercial invoice (with detailed product description, HS code, country of origin, and value), a packing list, a bill of lading (or airway bill), and a certificate of origin (EUR.1 for preferential tariff treatment under EU trade agreements, or Form A for GSP beneficiary countries). Additionally, EU textile labelling regulations (Regulation 1007/2011) require fibre composition declarations on every garment, and REACH compliance certificates are required for chemical substances used in textile processing.

For EU-based suppliers, intra-EU shipments to Teidem NV are significantly simpler, requiring only a commercial invoice, packing list, and the supplier's VAT number on the invoice for triangular or reverse-charge VAT treatment. However, suppliers should confirm with Teidem NV whether any additional documentation is required for the specific apparel category being shipped, since certain technical textiles, protective clothing, and children's sleepwear may fall under additional EU safety and chemical regulations. The Harmonised System codes most relevant to Teidem NV's portfolio are within the 6101-6217 range, with knitted articles in Chapter 61 and woven articles in Chapter 62.

Payment terms in the Belgian apparel trade generally range from 30 to 60 days net for established supplier relationships, with letters of credit or advance payment (typically 30% advance, 70% on bill of lading) more common for first-time orders and large shipments. Belgian importers are familiar with standard international trade finance instruments and accept irrevocable letters of credit confirmed by major Belgian banks such as KBC Bank, BNP Paribas Fortis, ING Belgium, and Belfius Bank. Suppliers should also be aware that Belgian companies are required to maintain commercial registers at the Banque-Carrefour des Entreprises (BCE) and that the company's enterprise number (KBO number) and VAT number (BTW/TVA) should appear on every contract to ensure enforceability under Belgian commercial law.

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