About HS Code 540834
This HS code covers the international trade of woven fabrics made from artificial filament yarns, including monofilaments and strips, that have been printed with designs or patterns. Unlike 540824, this category is a broader "not elsewhere specified" for printed artificial filament fabrics, potentially including those with less than 85% artificial filament content or other specific characteristics. These fabrics are vital for the fashion and home decor industries, offering a vast array of aesthetic possibilities. Importers include apparel manufacturers, textile wholesalers, and interior design firms seeking trendy and versatile materials. Major exporters are textile printing hubs in countries like China, India, and Turkey, which boast advanced digital and screen-printing capabilities. The trade is highly sensitive to fashion trends, seasonal collections, and the speed of design replication. Key factors include print quality, color vibrancy, and the ability to produce intricate patterns on various artificial filament bases.
Products Under This Code
Printed rayon challis, Printed acetate satin, Printed lyocell twill, Printed modal crepe, Printed viscose poplin, Printed cuprammonium shirting, Printed triacetate georgette
Real World Examples
Zara printed viscose dresses, H&M printed rayon blouses, Shein printed polyester-blend fabrics, Fashion Nova printed artificial silk, ASOS printed lyocell fabrics
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 540824 (printed fabrics with 85%+ artificial filament) if the exact filament composition is not clear, or with codes for printed fabrics of synthetic staple fibers (Chapter 55).
Products Classified Under 5408.34
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
China, India, and Turkey are leading exporters, while the USA, Germany, and the UK are major importers of these printed artificial filament fabrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 540834?
HS code 540834 covers: Fabrics, woven; of artificial filament yarn, of artificial monofilament, strip and the like, n.e.c. in heading no. 5408, printed. This HS code covers the international trade of woven fabrics made from artificial filament yarns, including monofilaments and strips, that have been printed with designs or patterns. Unlike 540824, this category is a broader "not elsewhere specified" for printed artificial filament fabrics, potentially including those with less than 85% artificial filament content or other specific characteristics. These fabrics are vital for the fashion and home decor industries, offering a vast array of aesthetic possibilities. Importers include apparel manufacturers, textile wholesalers, and interior design firms seeking trendy and versatile materials. Major exporters are textile printing hubs in countries like China, India, and Turkey, which boast advanced digital and screen-printing capabilities. The trade is highly sensitive to fashion trends, seasonal collections, and the speed of design replication. Key factors include print quality, color vibrancy, and the ability to produce intricate patterns on various artificial filament bases.
What products fall under HS code 540834?
Printed rayon challis, Printed acetate satin, Printed lyocell twill, Printed modal crepe, Printed viscose poplin, Printed cuprammonium shirting, Printed triacetate georgette
What are common misclassifications for HS code 540834?
This code is often confused with 540824 (printed fabrics with 85%+ artificial filament) if the exact filament composition is not clear, or with codes for printed fabrics of synthetic staple fibers (Chapter 55).
How is HS code 540834 structured?
HS code 540834 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (54) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (34) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.