5208.32.30.90 - Cheesecloth (226)

This HTS subheading encompasses dyed woven fabrics of cotton, primarily composed of cotton by weight, and not exceeding 200 g/m² in weight. Specifically, these fabrics are of plain weave construction and weigh more than 100 g/m². The "Other" designation within this level indicates that these fabrics do not fall under more specific descriptions like poplin or broadcloth, nor sheeting, which are classified under sibling subheadings. The cheesecloth mentioned in the description is a prime example of such a fabric, often characterized by its loose weave and open construction, which differentiates it from the denser and more uniform weaves found in poplin or sheeting.

The distinguishing feature of this category, 5208.32.30.90, lies in its residual classification for dyed, plain weave cotton fabrics weighing over 100 g/m² but less than or equal to 200 g/m², after more specific fabric types have been accounted for. Unlike its sibling categories, which are designated for poplin/broadcloth (5208.32.30.20) and sheeting (5208.32.30.40), this subheading captures a broader range of plain weave fabrics that do not meet the precise structural or end-use definitions of those specific types. The "Of number 42 or lower number" further refines the classification, referencing the yarn count which helps differentiate it from finer woven cotton fabrics within the broader plain weave category.