High-End Silk-Blend Satin Lining Fabric
A printed satin weave fabric made from artificial filaments with 34% silk, valued at $40/kg for luxury garment linings. The artificial filament component predominates by weight, and the printed surface classifies the fabric under tariff item 5408.34.00 as other printed woven fabric of artificial filament yarn.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached woven artificial filament fabrics are classified separately.
If the fabric is dyed a single uniform colour
Dyed woven artificial filament fabrics fall under a different subheading.
If the silk content exceeds the artificial filament content
Woven fabrics of silk or silk waste are classified in Chapter 50.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the artificial filament content exceeds the silk content by weight, and that the fabric value exceeds $36/kg
• Keep commercial invoices and fibre composition certificates for CBSA verification
• If the satin lining is cut to shape for a specific garment, it may be considered 'made up' and classified elsewhere
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