5516.24.00 - Printed

This HTS classification, 5516.24.00, specifically addresses woven fabrics composed of artificial staple fibers that contain less than 85 percent by weight of artificial staple fibers and are mixed mainly or solely with man-made filaments. The defining characteristic of this category is that the fabric is **printed**. This means the coloration or pattern has been applied after the weaving process through methods such as screen printing, roller printing, or digital printing.

To distinguish this category from its siblings, it is important to note the other provisions within 5516.24: 5516.21.00 covers fabrics that are unbleached or bleached, meaning they are in their natural state or have undergone processes to remove color. 5516.22.00 is for dyed fabrics, where the color is imparted to the yarn before weaving or to the fabric as a whole, resulting in a uniform color. 5516.23.00 is for fabrics made from yarns of different colors, implying a multicolored effect achieved through yarn selection rather than post-weaving printing. Therefore, the printing application is the key differentiator for 5516.24.00.

Within this "Printed" category, further subdivisions exist to account for specific fabric constructions or weaves. These subcategories, such as Poplin or broadcloth (5516.24.00.10), Sheeting (5516.24.00.20), Printcloth (5516.24.00.30), and Satin weave or twill weave (5516.24.00.40), allow for a more granular classification based on the weaving technique employed. These distinctions are important for understanding the fabric's drape, feel, and intended end-use, providing greater precision in customs declarations.