What it is
Lustrous continuous rayon yarn used in sarees, embroidery thread, linings and as a cheaper alternative to silk.
Bright and dull lustreRaw white and dyedDenier classes (fine to coarse)
Where imports come from
High for this item: China supplied US$ 400.37 million of the US$ 402.12 million imported under HS 540331 in 2025-26.
- China — US$ 400.37 million of imports under HS 540331 in 2025-26.
- Germany — US$ 1.73 million of imports under HS 540331 in 2025-26.
Rules before you buy or sell
- GST on man-made fibres was cut from 18% to 5% and on man-made yarns from 12% to 5% (56th GST Council).
Storage and handling
Keep in sealed cartons in a dry room; avoid direct sun, which fades and weakens the yarn.
Businesses that use it
Zari and Silk Embroidery →Computerised Embroidery (Job Work) →Banarasi Silk Saree Weaving →Saree Dyeing and Printing →