Printed Polyester-Cotton Blend Poplin
A printed plain weave poplin fabric containing less than 85% artificial staple fibres (polyester) mixed mainly with cotton. The artificial staple fibres predominate by weight, and the printed finish classifies it under tariff item 5516.94.00.
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
The finishing process (dyed vs printed) changes the subheading.
If cotton predominates by weight over the artificial staple fibres
Cotton-dominant blends are classified in Chapter 52.
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
• Determine the fibre percentages by weight to confirm the artificial staple fibres predominate
• Provide a fibre analysis certificate to support classification under this tariff item
Related Products under Tariff item 5516.94.00
Abstract Printed Acrylic Blend Sheeting 155gsm
An abstract printed sheeting fabric made primarily of acrylic staple fibres (98%), weighing 155 g/m² with a plain square weave of 40x40 threads per cm and yarn number 66. It meets the sheeting specifications for printed woven artificial staple fabrics and is classified under tariff item 5516.94.00.
Printed Acetate Printcloth
A fine printed plain weave fabric woven from acetate staple fibres, weighing 170 g/m² or less. It has a square construction with more than 33 single yarns per cm² and yarn numbers between 43 and 68, meeting the printcloth specifications. The printed finish and artificial staple fibre content place it under tariff item 5516.94.00.
Printed Acetate Voile Fabric
A sheer, lightweight printed plain weave fabric made from acetate staple fibres, with a low density that distinguishes it from cheesecloth. It is used primarily in dressmaking and is classified as 'other' printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres under tariff item 5516.94.00.
Printed Acrylic Sheeting
A durable printed woven fabric made from acrylic staple fibres, classified under tariff item 5516.94.00 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres. The acrylic content provides resilience and colourfastness suitable for various applications.
Printed Bamboo Staple Poplin
A printed poplin fabric woven from bamboo rayon staple fibres, classified under tariff item 5516.94.00. Bamboo rayon is a type of artificial staple fibre, and the printed finish qualifies it as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibres.
Printed Lyocell Sheeting
An eco-friendly printed sheeting fabric made from lyocell staple fibres, weighing 170 g/m² or less with a square weave construction. It meets the sheeting specifications for printed woven artificial staple fabrics and is classified under tariff item 5516.94.00.