5208.21.40 - Of numbers 43 to 68

This HTS category, 5208.21.40, specifically covers woven fabrics of cotton that are bleached, weigh no more than 200 g/m², and are of a plain weave weighing not more than 100 g/m². The defining characteristic of this group is its numerical "number," which ranges from 43 to 68, referring to the yarn count in warp and weft. This numerical range distinguishes it from its siblings, which cover lower (42 or less) or higher (69 or more) yarn counts within the same bleached, plain weave, lightweight category.

The subcategories within 5208.21.40 provide further refinement based on the specific weave structure and common trade names for these fabrics. For instance, poplin or broadcloth (5208.21.40.20) and sheeting (5208.21.40.40) represent distinct types of plain weaves with particular textural and structural characteristics. Printcloth (5208.21.40.60) generally refers to lightweight plain weave cotton fabrics suitable for printing, while cheesecloth (5208.21.40.90) denotes a more open weave, often used for specialized purposes.

Therefore, when classifying bleached cotton fabrics within the specified weight and weave parameters, the yarn count (specifically, whether it falls within the 43 to 68 range) is the primary determinant for selecting this category. Further subclassification will then depend on the specific type and intended use of the fabric as identified by its weave structure and common trade designation.