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Fabric export · Europe
Fabric from India to Europe
We ship wholesale cotton, organic cotton, linen and printed fabric to buyers across the EU. Duty on Indian fabric is 8% today and is expected to fall to zero when the India–EU free trade agreement takes effect.
- EU duty today
- 8% on fabric
- After FTA
- 0% (about 2027)
- Minimum
- 200 kg per fabric
- Chemicals
- REACH compliant
In short
Indian fabric currently pays 8% EU import duty, because India lost the EU GSP discount on textile materials for 2026–2028. The India–EU FTA was concluded in January 2026 and is expected to take effect around 2027, with textile duty at zero. Klothewala supplies EU buyers from 200 kg per fabric, with REACH-compliant dyes and certificates for organic claims.
Updated · Klothewala, Tirupur
What duty and rules apply to Indian fabric in the EU?
- Duty today
- 8% on cotton, linen and knit fabric; apparel about 9.6–12%.
- Free trade agreement
- Concluded 27 January 2026. Not yet signed; signing targeted for end-2026, entry into force expected around Q1 2027, subject to European Parliament consent.
- Chemicals (REACH)
- Azo dyes releasing banned amines are prohibited, 33 CMR substances are restricted in clothing textiles, and PFHxA is limited in consumer clothing from 10 October 2026.
- Claims
- Since 27 September 2026, generic claims such as “sustainable” need proof; certification-based labels (GOTS, OEKO-TEX) remain allowed.
- Labelling
- Regulation 1007/2011 requires fibre composition with EU fibre names on finished textiles.
Import duty on Indian fabric (October 2026)
| Market | Cotton & linen woven | Knit fabric | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 0% | 0% | India–UK CETA, in force since 15 July 2026 |
| Australia | 0% | 0% | India–Australia ECTA, all lines at zero from 1 January 2026 |
| European Union | 8% | 8% | India–EU FTA concluded January 2026; zero duty expected when it takes effect (about 2027) |
| United States | MFN + additional duties | MFN + additional duties | Rates changed several times in 2026; we quote delivered duty paid |
Duty-free entry needs a valid origin declaration, which we prepare. Linen woven from imported European yarn may not qualify for the UK zero rate; we check origin for each linen fabric before quoting.
Fabrics
Send a fabric brief
Tell us the fabric, weight, quantity and destination. We reply within one working day with options from our mills and a swatch card offer.
Frequently asked questions
About 8% on cotton, linen and knitted fabric as of October 2026. India’s GSP discount on textile materials is suspended for 2026–2028. The India–EU FTA is expected to bring this to zero, probably around 2027.
It was concluded on 27 January 2026. Signing is targeted for the end of 2026 and entry into force for around early 2027, but it still needs European Parliament consent.
We source azo-free dyed fabric and can add a lab test for azo dyes, formaldehyde and pH on your lot, so you have evidence for REACH compliance.
In your language
Bangalore — Head Office
Klothewala
Koramangala, Bengaluru
Karnataka 560034, India
Mon–Sat · 9:00–18:00 IST
Tirupur — Production Unit
KWI Apparels, Tiruppur
No.49, 1st Floor, Anna Street
Sri Venkateswara Nagar, Sirupooluvapatti Ring Road
Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu 641652, India
Knitwear manufacturing · Export-ready
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