4304.00.00.00 - Artificial fur and articles thereof

This HTS category, 4304.00.00.00, encompasses all articles manufactured from artificial fur. Artificial fur, in this context, refers to textile materials made to imitate real fur, typically through the use of synthetic fibers such as acrylic, modacrylic, or polyester, which are processed to mimic the appearance and texture of animal pelts. This includes a wide array of products, such as faux fur coats, jackets, capes, vests, hats, gloves, scarves, and trim for clothing, upholstery, or other manufactured goods. The key defining characteristic is that the fur-like material is not derived from animal skins.

While other HTS chapters may deal with natural furskins (Chapter 43) or various textile articles (other chapters), this specific heading is dedicated solely to artificial fur and the finished goods made from it. It distinguishes itself from categories covering natural fur products by its synthetic origin. Furthermore, unlike broad textile categories, 4304.00.00.00 focuses on articles where the artificial fur is the principal component or is used in a manner that is characteristic of fur applications.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification under 4304.00.00.00 is determined by the material's artificial fur nature and its status as a finished article. If an article is made from artificial fur and is not otherwise more specifically classified, it falls into this category. This ensures a clear distinction and consistent treatment for all goods made from synthetic fur imitations, regardless of their end-use, provided they are not more precisely defined elsewhere in the tariff schedule.