5208.22 - Plain weave, weighing more than 100 g/m²:

This HTS category, 5208.22, encompasses woven fabrics of cotton that are bleached, weigh more than 100 grams per square meter but not more than 200 grams per square meter, and are constructed in a plain weave. These fabrics are characterized by their simple interlacing of warp and weft threads, resulting in a balanced and durable textile. The weight specification is crucial for distinguishing these goods from lighter plain weave cotton fabrics.

Distinguishing 5208.22 from its siblings, 5208.21 covers plain weave bleached cotton fabrics weighing *not more than* 100 g/m², while 5208.23.00.00 specifically addresses twill weaves. Category 5208.29 encompasses other types of bleached cotton fabrics that do not fall into the plain weave or twill weave descriptions within this weight range. Therefore, 5208.22 precisely targets a specific subset of heavier, plain weave bleached cotton textiles.

The subcategories within 5208.22 further refine classification based on the yarn count, a measure of yarn fineness. The subdivisions into 5208.22.40 (yarn count of 42 or lower), 5208.22.60 (yarn count from 43 to 68), and 5208.22.80 (yarn count of 69 or higher) allow for more granular classification, which can be relevant for specific trade statistics, duty rates, or end-use considerations. This breakdown acknowledges that yarn fineness, in combination with weave and weight, can significantly influence fabric properties and applications.