5208.32.50 - Of number 69 or higher number

This HTS classification, 5208.32.50, pertains to dyed woven fabrics of cotton, specifically those containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton and weighing no more than 200 g/m². Within the broader category of dyed, plain weave cotton fabrics weighing over 100 g/m², this subcategory encompasses fabrics where the yarn count, measured in "number" (a measure of yarn fineness where a higher number indicates finer yarn), is of number 69 or higher. These are generally finer constructions of dyed plain weave cotton fabric.

The distinction between this category and its siblings lies precisely in the yarn count. While 5208.32.30 covers fabrics with a yarn count of number 42 or lower, and 5208.32.40 encompasses fabrics with yarn counts from 43 to 68, this category exclusively covers dyed plain weave cotton fabrics with finer yarns, specifically those numbered 69 and above. This granularity in yarn fineness is crucial for accurate classification and duty assessment.

This category further divides into more specific classifications based on fabric construction and weave type. The subcategories 5208.32.50.20 and 5208.32.50.90 differentiate based on specific fabric names and their characteristic weaves. For instance, poplin and broadcloth, known for their dense plain weave and smooth finish, fall under one subcategory, while cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, and batistes, which typically exhibit a more open or sheer weave, are categorized separately. These subdivisions allow for precise identification of specific textile constructions within the broader group of fine-count, dyed plain weave cotton fabrics.