5210.31.80.90 - Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes (226)

This HTS category, 5210.31.80.90, specifically classifies dyed woven fabrics of cotton, weighing no more than 200 g/m², and containing less than 85% cotton by weight, mixed mainly or solely with man-made fibers. Within the "plain weave" subgroup, this particular code encompasses fabrics such as cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, and batistes. These are generally characterized by their lightweight construction and open weave, often resulting in a sheer or semi-sheer appearance.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling category, 5210.31.80.20, which covers poplin or broadcloth. While both are plain weave dyed cotton fabrics of similar weight and cotton content, poplin and broadcloth are typically denser and smoother in texture compared to the more open and often softer feel of cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, and batistes. The distinction hinges on the specific weave structure and resulting fabric hand and appearance.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS database, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification under 5210.31.80.90 is final for goods meeting all the preceding criteria and specifically falling under the descriptions of cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes, ensuring accurate import and export processing for these particular textile articles.