9610
Washing and cleaning of textile articles and fur products
This code covers the activities of washing, dry cleaning, ironing and treating textile articles and fur products, including carpets, curtains and linens. It is intended for laundries, dry cleaners and textile cleaning services, whether operating on a self-service basis or with staff. It includes both services for individuals and contracts with companies (e.g. hotels, restaurants).
Entrepreneur Profile
Acest cod este potrivit pentru antreprenorii care deschid o spălătorie auto-service sau o curățătorie chimică, pentru SRL-uri care oferă servicii de curățare textile la domiciliu sau pentru firmele care deservesc hoteluri, restaurante și saloane de înfrumusețare. De asemenea, este util pentru persoane fizice autorizate care prestează servicii de călcare sau curățare a covoarelor.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 9610 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Authorization procedure and Trade Register aspects for CAEN 9610
When registering in the Trade Register for CAEN code 9610, the main object of activity must be stated as "Washing and cleaning of textile articles and fur products". The constitutive documents are submitted to the Trade Register (ONRC) in accordance with Law 26/1990 republished, and the company must correctly declare secondary objects, if any. No affidavit under Law 359/2004 is required for activities without special authorization, but it is necessary to submit the fiscal registration declaration to the Tax Authority (ANAF). For the registered office, urban planning rules must be observed and, possibly, a zoning certificate must be obtained for the production space. The ORC will verify the revised NACE code 2.
Regulatory framework, specific permits and control institutions
Activity CAEN 9610 is not subject to special operating authorization, but may require environmental permits if it uses hazardous substances or generates wastewater (e.g., clients present with contaminated articles). Control institutions are: DSP (Public Health Directorate) for hygiene conditions, ISU (Emergency Situations Inspectorate) for fire prevention, and the Environmental Guard if there are emissions. Also, provisions of Government Decision 355/2007 on waste management apply – contracts must be concluded with authorized operators for sludge collection. For dry cleaning, the REACH Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 on chemicals applies, and the use of perchlorethylene is strictly regulated by Emergency Ordinance 195/2005 on environmental protection. It is recommended to obtain an operating permit from the local mayor's office.
Tax management, ANAF audit risk and specific accounting
For CAEN 9610, the VAT taxable amount is calculated according to the Fiscal Code, articles 271-273, with the possibility of applying the reduced 5% rate for laundry services under Law 227/2015. Issuance of the e-Invoice for B2B relationships is mandatory (Law 296/2023) as well as the implementation of the RO e-Factura system, subject to fines from ANAF. Accounting must distinctly highlight costs for chemicals and depreciation of machinery, and inventory management of textiles must be on a quantitative-value basis. ANAF audit risk is high regarding the correct classification of the activity as a service, not production, and the correct declaration of revenues. It is mandatory to register as an income tax or profit tax payer depending on the form of organization. Also, for employees, a labor contract with the corresponding fiscal vector applies.
Included Activities
- ✅ Washing and cleaning of textile articles and fur products
- ✅ Dry (chemical) cleaning of clothes and textiles
- ✅ Ironing and finishing of textile articles
- ✅ Collection and delivery of laundry
- ✅ Cleaning of carpets, curtains and upholstery at the client's premises or on site
- ✅ Rental of self-service washing machines and dryers
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Repair of textile articles (code 9529)
- ❌ Manufacture of textile articles (code 13xx)
- ❌ Retail sale of textile articles (code 4751)
- ❌ Interior cleaning of vehicles (code 4520)
- ❌ Industrial laundry activities for hospitals or hotels (code 9601)
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Întrebări Frecvente
What permits are necessary for a laundry using chemical solvents?
In addition to the operating permit from the local mayor's office, an environmental permit (if hazardous solvents are used) and compliance with ISU regulations are required. You must also hold a certificate of conformity for the machinery and comply with waste management regulations.
Can I open a self-service laundry without employed staff?
Yes, you can open a self-service laundry operating 24/7, but you must ensure maintenance and periodic cleaning. You will need a contract with a security company or video surveillance systems, and for payments, an electronic payment system.