Printed Cotton-Rayon Batiste Fabric
Delicate printed batiste of 77% cotton and 23% rayon staple, fine plain weave at 135 gsm for lingerie. This product falls under tariff item 5516.44.00 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly with cotton.
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 dyed rather than printed.
Dyed fabrics of artificial staple fibres mixed mainly with cotton are classified under a different tariff item.
If the fabric is made up into lingerie or nightwear.
Garments are classified in Chapter 62, not as fabric in Chapter 55.
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 lightweight construction does not qualify it as a different type of fabric, such as voile or organdy
• Ensure the rayon content is accurately documented, as it is an artificial staple fibre
• If the fabric is imported for lingerie manufacturing, confirm it is in continuous lengths
Related Products under Tariff item 5516.44.00
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Printed Cotton-Acrylic Broadcloth
Fine plain weave printed broadcloth of 65% cotton and 35% acrylic staple, weighing 140 gsm, used for dress shirts. This product falls under tariff item 5516.44.00 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres, containing less than 85% by weight of such fibres, mixed mainly with cotton.
Printed Cotton-Acrylic Curtain Fabric
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Printed Cotton-Lyocell Table Linen Fabric
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Printed Cotton-Lyocell Voile Fabric
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Printed Cotton-Modal Blend Printcloth
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