5212.11.60.30 - Sheeting (313)

This HTS category, 5212.11.60.30, specifically covers "Sheeting" woven from cotton. This classification applies to fabrics of plain weave construction, typically used for bedding, but the term "sheeting" can also encompass other fabrics of plain weave that are not specifically listed under more precise headings. The key differentiator for this category is its plain weave structure, which is distinct from the satin or twill weaves found in sibling categories.

Unlike categories such as poplin or broadcloth (5212.11.60.20) which often imply a slightly denser or more refined plain weave, or printcloth (5212.11.60.40) which often refers to lighter weight, plain weave fabrics destined for printing, this "Other Sheeting" classification serves as a residual category for plain weave cotton fabrics that do not fit those more specific descriptions. Similarly, it is distinguished from cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes (5212.11.60.50) which are characterized by their open weave, and Oxford cloth (5212.11.60.80) which is identified by its distinctive basket weave.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the classification of a fabric under 5212.11.60.30 hinges on it being a woven cotton fabric that is unbleached, weighs not more than 200 g/m², and exhibits a plain weave structure while not meeting the specific criteria for poplin, broadcloth, printcloth, cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, batistes, or Oxford cloth. The primary physical characteristic is its plain weave, often resulting in a smooth and balanced fabric.