5209.29.00.20 - Sateens (326)

This HTS category, 5209.29.00.20, specifically classifies sateens woven from cotton. These fabrics must contain at least 85% cotton by weight and weigh more than 200 grams per square meter. The defining characteristic of sateen weave, which is crucial for this classification, is its smooth, lustrous surface achieved through a specific interlacing of warp and weft threads that creates a satin-like appearance.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 5209.29.00.40 (Other), is the explicit identification of the weave type. While both fall under "Other fabrics" within the broader "Bleached" category of cotton fabrics exceeding 200 g/m², this subcategory is reserved for those exhibiting the sateen weave construction. The sibling category would encompass other twill or satin weaves not specifically identified as sateen or other non-specified weaves within this level.

As a leaf node, there are no further subcategories under 5209.29.00.20. Classification therefore rests on the confirmed presence of a sateen weave in bleached cotton fabric meeting the specified weight and cotton content criteria. Importers and exporters should ensure that the fabric's construction aligns with the characteristics of a sateen weave to correctly utilize this classification.