3403.11.20.00 - Containing 50 percent or more by weight of petroleum oils or of oils obtained from bituminous minerals

This HTS category, 3403.11.20.00, specifically encompasses lubricating preparations that are intended for the treatment of textile materials. A key defining characteristic of goods classified under this heading is that they must contain 50 percent or more by weight of petroleum oils or oils derived from bituminous minerals. These preparations are designed to impart specific properties to textiles, such as lubrication for processing, protection against wear, or to facilitate subsequent manufacturing steps.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 3403.11.40.00 ("Other"), is crucial. While both fall under the broader heading for preparations for the treatment of textile materials containing petroleum oils, this specific subcategory focuses on those where the lubricating preparation is the primary functional component and meets the specified oil content threshold. The "Other" sibling would likely cover textile treatment preparations that do not meet the 50 percent oil content requirement or are not primarily lubricating in nature, even if they contain petroleum-derived oils.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification decisions within 3403.11.20.00 will rely on a precise assessment of the product's composition, confirming the presence of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals at the required concentration, and verifying its intended use for the treatment of textile materials. Examples of products that might fall here include specialized textile lubricants used in spinning, weaving, or finishing processes.