5112.20.20.00 - Tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics of a weight not exceeding 140 g/m2 (414)

This HTS classification, 5112.20.20.00, specifically covers tapestry and upholstery fabrics woven from combed wool or combed fine animal hair, provided their weight does not exceed 140 grams per square meter. These fabrics are characterized by their fine quality due to the combing process applied to the wool or hair fibers, which removes shorter staples, resulting in a smoother and more lustrous yarn. The intended use as tapestry or upholstery fabric implies a certain durability and aesthetic appeal suitable for decorative or functional purposes in furnishings.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 5112.20.10.00. While both are tapestry and upholstery fabrics of combed wool or fine animal hair, this distinction lies solely in the fabric's weight. 5112.20.10.00 applies to heavier fabrics exceeding 300 g/m2, whereas this classification is for lighter-weight fabrics up to 140 g/m2. The sibling category 5112.20.30.00 encompasses all other fabrics within the broader scope of woven combed wool or fine animal hair that do not meet the specific criteria for tapestry or upholstery fabrics, or if they do, do not fall into the specified weight categories.

As a leaf node in the HTS classification system, 5112.20.20.00 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the classification is determined by the precise combination of material (combed wool or combed fine animal hair), construction (woven), intended use (tapestry or upholstery fabric), and crucially, the weight limit of not exceeding 140 g/m2. Proper documentation confirming these characteristics, such as invoices or manufacturer declarations detailing the fabric's composition and weight, is essential for accurate customs declaration.