5209.31.60 - Other

This HTS category, 5209.31.60, encompasses dyed woven fabrics of cotton, containing 85 percent or more by weight of cotton, and weighing more than 200 g/m², specifically those of a plain weave construction. The key characteristics defining this group are the high cotton content, substantial weight, and the dyeing process applied to the fabric.

This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 5209.31.30.00 ("Certified hand-loomed fabrics"), by focusing on mechanically produced fabrics rather than those made by hand. While both fall under dyed, plain weave cotton fabrics exceeding 200 g/m², the method of manufacture is the primary differentiator at this level.

The subcategories within 5209.31.60 further refine the classification based on the specific type of plain weave construction and its intended use. The subdivisions for "Poplin or broadcloth" and "Plain weave duck" allow for a more precise identification of the fabric's structure and common applications, providing further detail on the types of dyed, heavy plain weave cotton textiles that fall under this broader heading.