5208.29.20 - Satin weave or twill weave

This HTS category, 5208.29.20, encompasses bleached woven fabrics of cotton that contain 85 percent or more by weight of cotton and weigh no more than 200 g/m². The defining characteristic of these fabrics, as indicated by the parent classification, is their construction, specifically those exhibiting a satin weave or a twill weave. These weaves are known for their distinct surface appearances and drape, which distinguish them from other fabric constructions.

Within the broader group of "Other fabrics" (5208.29), this specific subcategory, .20, is designated for fabrics that are neither sateens nor other specific constructions. This means it acts as a residual category for bleached cotton fabrics within the weight and composition parameters that do not fall into more precisely defined weave types under the same parent.

The subcategories branching from 5208.29.20 are "Sateens" (5208.29.20.20) and "Other" (5208.29.20.90). Sateens, a specific type of satin weave, have their own distinct classification, implying a particular method of interlacing that creates a characteristic sheen and smooth surface. The residual "Other" subcategory then captures all remaining bleached woven cotton fabrics meeting the general criteria but not specifically identified as sateens or other specialized weave types.