HS Code for Yarn-dyed rayon fabric

Yarn-dyed rayon fabric is classified under HS code 5516.13 based on its fiber composition and the stage at which the coloring process occurred. Chapter 55 covers man-made staple fibers. Heading 5516 is dedicated to woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers, such as rayon (viscose), acetate, or lyocell. The classification 5516.13 specifically applies to fabrics containing 85% or more by weight of these artificial staple fibers that are woven from "yarns of different colors." This term, defined in the Section XI notes of the Harmonized System, refers to fabrics where the yarns were dyed prior to the weaving process, creating patterns like stripes, checks, or heathered effects. This is distinct from "dyed" fabrics (piece-dyed), where the fabric is woven first and then submerged in dye. The high percentage of artificial staple fiber (85% or more) is a mandatory requirement for this specific subheading. If the fabric is made of filament yarn rather than staple fibers, it would move to Chapter 54.

Products Included

• Yarn-dyed viscose rayon woven fabric
• Rayon chambray (yarn-dyed)
• Striped or checked rayon fabrics (85%+ staple fiber)
• Jacquard woven rayon using multiple colored yarns
• Rayon flannels (yarn-dyed)

Common Misclassification

This fabric is often misclassified under 5516.12, which is for dyed fabrics (piece-dyed), or 5516.11, which is for unbleached or bleached fabrics. Another common error is using 5408.23, which covers yarn-dyed fabrics made of artificial filament yarn. The distinction between staple fibers (Chapter 55) and filament yarns (Chapter 54) is a fundamental dividing line in textile classification.

FAQ

What is the HS code for yarn-dyed rayon fabric?

The HS code for woven fabric containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers, made of yarns of different colors, is 5516.13.

What if the fabric is only 50% rayon?

If the rayon content is less than 85%, the fabric would be classified under different subheadings of 5516, such as 5516.23 (mixed mainly with cotton) or 5516.33 (mixed mainly with wool).