Acetate Printcloth for Dress Linings
This is a printed acetate staple fibre printcloth with a plain weave, weighing less than 170 g/m². It has a square construction with more than 33 single yarns per square centimetre, using yarn numbers between 43 and 68. It is classified under tariff item 5516.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres, specifically printcloth used for dress linings.
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 acetate printcloth is classified under a different subheading.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
Unbleached or bleached printcloth is classified separately.
If the fabric is made from acetate filament yarn
Filament yarn fabrics are classified in Chapter 54.
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
• Ensure the printcloth meets the specific construction criteria (plain weave, weight, thread count) to qualify under this tariff item
• Provide a technical datasheet with yarn count and thread density
• If the fabric is used for linings, confirm it is not coated or laminated, which would change classification
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