Product classification
HS code for Printed rayon fabric: 5516.14
Fabrics, woven, printed, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres.
Classification of printed rayon fabric under HS 5516.14
Printed rayon fabric is classified under HS code 5516.14. This classification is used for woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibers. Rayon, being a regenerated cellulose fiber, is categorized as an "artificial" fiber rather than a "synthetic" fiber (like polyester). The use of "staple fibers" indicates that the rayon was cut into short lengths before being spun into yarn, which distinguishes it from continuous filament rayon found in Chapter 54. The "printed" suffix indicates that the fabric has received a surface pattern after the weaving process. This code is essential for identifying textiles used in the garment industry that prioritize the breathability and drape of rayon staple yarns. To be classified here, the fabric must not be mixed with other fibers in a way that drops the rayon content below the 85% threshold. The woven nature of the fabric also excludes it from the knit categories of Chapter 60. Proper documentation of the fiber length and origin is necessary to support this classification during customs entry.
- Covers
- Printed 100% rayon challis
- Printed viscose staple fiber woven fabric
- Printed modal woven fabric (>85% content)
- Printed artificial staple fiber dress fabric
- Printed rayon poplin
- Also under 5516.14
Fabrics from fashion brands like Zara or H&M (for their printed collections), specific printed fabric lines from textile mills like Liberty Fabrics (if they use artificial fibers), or specialized digital printing houses
Codes often confused with 5516.14
Common mistake. Rayon fabric is frequently misclassified under 5408.24, which is for woven fabrics of artificial filament yarn. The difference lies in whether the fiber is a continuous filament or a spun staple fiber. Another error is using 5516.12, which is for dyed rayon fabrics; 5516.14 is specifically for printed versions. Finally, it should not be confused with 5515.11, which covers fabrics of polyester staple fibers mixed with other materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS 551614 (the code used for printed rayon fabric), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 551614 (the code used for printed rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 91% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Morocco, with 11% of world imports. Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 551614, not only printed rayon fabric.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.6B 91% of world exports
- 2 Italy $29M 1.7% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $26M 1.5% of world exports
Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Morocco $161M 11% of world imports
- 2 Iraq* ~$104M 7.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Somalia* ~$103M 7.4% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $1.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for printed rayon fabric
Brazil classifies printed rayon fabric under NCM 5516.14.00: HS 5516.14 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about printed rayon fabric
What is the HS code for Printed rayon fabric?
The HS code for Printed rayon fabric is 551614 (Fabrics, woven; printed, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres). The HS code for printed woven fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibers (rayon) is 5516.14.
How do I classify Printed rayon fabric for customs?
Printed rayon fabric is classified under HS code 551614 — Fabrics, woven; printed, containing 85% or more by weight of artificial staple fibres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the difference between artificial and synthetic fibers?
Artificial fibers (like rayon or viscose) are made from natural polymers like cellulose, while synthetic fibers (like polyester or nylon) are synthesized from petrochemicals. This distinction changes the HS chapter or heading.
Which countries are the top exporters of printed rayon fabric (HS 551614)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 551614 (the code used for printed rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.6B, 91% of world exports), Italy ($29M) and Türkiye ($26M). World exports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Austria reports $981M of its chapter 55 exports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of printed rayon fabric (HS 551614)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 551614 (the code used for printed rayon fabric) in UN Comtrade data were Morocco ($161M, 11% of world imports), Iraq (about $104M) and Somalia (about $103M). World imports came to about $1.4B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Printed rayon fabric the same in all countries?
The base HS code 551614 for Printed rayon fabric is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for printed rayon fabric in Brazil?
In Brazil, printed rayon fabric (HS 551614) is classified under NCM 5516.14.00.