5111.30.10.00 - Tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics of a weight not exceeding 140 g/m2 (414)

This HTS category, 5111.30.10.00, specifically classifies tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics that are woven from carded wool or carded fine animal hair, and are characterized by a specific weight not exceeding 140 grams per square meter. These fabrics are designed for decorative and functional use in furnishing interiors, such as for creating wall hangings, decorative cushions, or covering furniture. The key defining characteristic for inclusion in this subcategory is the lightweight nature of the fabric.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 5111.30.05.00, which covers tapestry and upholstery fabrics of similar material composition but with a significantly heavier weight, exceeding 300 grams per square meter. This weight distinction is a primary classification criterion. The other sibling, 5111.30.90.00, acts as a residual category for any other woven fabrics of carded wool or fine animal hair, mixed with man-made staple fibers, that do not fit the specific definitions of tapestry or upholstery fabrics under the specified weight parameters.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the classification hinges entirely on the material composition (carded wool or carded fine animal hair, mixed with man-made staple fibers), the specific end-use or construction type (tapestry or upholstery fabric), and the precise weight of the fabric. Importers and exporters must carefully verify these attributes to ensure correct classification and compliance with customs regulations.