U.S. imports of Viscose Rayon Multiple or Cabled Filament Yarn (Not for Retail Sale) (HS 540341) totaled $307K in August 2026, imported from 8 countries.
Importers of Viscose Rayon Multiple or Cabled Filament Yarn (Not for Retail Sale) paid $41K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 13.42% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Viscose Rayon Multiple or Cabled Filament Yarn (Not for Retail Sale) imports of $307K in August 2026 ran 35% below the year-to-date monthly average of $470K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataMultiple and cabled viscose rayon filament yarn — produced by twisting or cabling two or more single ends together — delivers enhanced strength and dimensional stability for weaving applications in home textiles, industrial fabrics, and structured apparel. The sole US tariff line is 5403410000. Germany leads US supply, consistent with its role as a major European producer of industrial-grade rayon yarn, with China and South Korea also significant sources. Imports from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs, a cost factor that has encouraged some US buyers to shift sourcing toward European and South Korean suppliers.
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Cabling or plying increases tensile strength, reduces elongation variability, and improves abrasion resistance, making multiple/cabled viscose rayon better suited for warp-intensive weaving, upholstery, and technical fabric applications. Single-yarn constructions are preferred where softness and drape are priorities, such as apparel linings and lightweight dress fabrics.
Yes, imports from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs. The applicable list and rate should be confirmed with a licensed customs broker, as Section 301 measures have been subject to ongoing review. This exposure has been a driver of sourcing diversification toward Germany, South Korea, and other suppliers for US buyers.
Subheading 2 of 8 in heading 5403
Subheading 540341 · $307K of $11.5M
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$307KYoY · free account
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$10KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $5.2M of Viscose Rayon Multiple or Cabled Filament Yarn (Not for Retail Sale) and exported $222K.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5403410000 | Viscose Rayon Multiple/Cabled not for Retail Sale | $307K | 13.42% | 100.00% | $41K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5403410000 | Viscose Rayon Multiple/Cabled not for Retail Sale | $10K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
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Germany and China together supply 99% of it. China pays 46.5% duty; Germany 9.4%.
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rate provision · imports
duty collected equals 13.42% of imports for consumption.