5112.20.10.00 - Tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics of a weight exceeding 300 g/m2 (414)

This HTS classification covers tapestry and upholstery fabrics specifically woven from combed wool or combed fine animal hair, where the fabric exhibits a weight exceeding 300 grams per square meter. These are substantial, heavier weight fabrics intended for durable applications such as wall hangings, decorative coverings, and robust furniture upholstery. The key defining characteristic is the combination of material origin (combed wool or fine animal hair), weaving type (tapestry or upholstery), and a significant weight threshold.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings based on weight. HTS code 5112.20.20.00, for instance, covers tapestry and upholstery fabrics of a similar material composition but with a weight *not exceeding* 140 grams per square meter, representing lighter-weight constructions. The sibling category 5112.20.30.00, labeled as "Other," encompasses fabrics that do not meet the specific criteria for tapestry or upholstery fabrics within this chapter, or fall outside the defined weight ranges.

As a leaf node in the HTS classification system, 5112.20.10.00 does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification into this specific code relies solely on accurately meeting all the criteria: being a tapestry or upholstery fabric, being composed of combed wool or combed fine animal hair, and demonstrably weighing over 300 grams per square meter. Exporters and importers must ensure that their documentation clearly reflects these physical and material attributes to facilitate correct customs processing.