Polyester Filament and Modal Staple Dyed Printcloth Alternative
Dyed plain weave fabric resembling printcloth specifications, with a weight of 170 g/m² or less, an average yarn number between 43 and 68, and over 33 singles per square cm. It contains less than 85% modal staple fibres mixed with polyester filaments. Although technically a poplin due to the filament mix, it is used similarly to printcloth and is classified under tariff item 5516.22.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres mixed mainly with man-made filaments.
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 printed rather than dyed
Printed fabrics of the same composition are classified under a different subheading.
If the fabric contains 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres
Higher artificial staple content changes the classification to a different subheading.
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 the fabric's construction details, including yarn count and density, to ensure it meets the specifications for this tariff item
• Provide the CBSA with a clear fibre composition breakdown to verify the modal staple content is below 85%
• Keep samples available for inspection if requested
Related Products under Tariff item 5516.22.00
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Acetate-Rayon Dyed Printcloth
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Acrylic Filament and Viscose Staple Dyed Lining
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Artificial Staple Filament Blend Printcloth
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Automotive Seat Cover Dyed Sheeting
Durable 158 gsm square weave dyed sheeting with 41 threads per cm and yarn count 66, made of 78% polyester staple fibres mixed with filaments. It is engineered for abrasion resistance in automotive seat covers and complies with sheeting specifications. This fabric falls under tariff item 5516.22.00 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres mixed with man-made filaments.
Bamboo Fiber Filament Blend Printcloth
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