5212.13.60.50 - Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes (226) 🖩

This classification covers woven cotton fabrics specifically identified as cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes. These fabrics are characterized by their relatively lightweight construction, weighing not more than 200 g/m². The "dyed" designation indicates that the fabric has undergone a dyeing process to achieve a specific color prior to its inclusion in this category.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, such as poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, printcloth, satin weave, twill weave, and Oxford cloth, lies in the specific weave structure and typical end-uses associated with cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, and batistes. While all are dyed, plain-woven cotton fabrics under 200 g/m², these particular subcategories represent distinct fabric constructions and functionalities. Cheesecloth is known for its open weave, often used for filtration or protective coverings. Lawns, voiles, and batistes are typically fine, lightweight, and often sheer fabrics, commonly utilized in apparel, lingerie, and home furnishings where a delicate drape is desired.

As this node is a leaf node, it represents the most granular level of classification for these specific cotton fabrics. Therefore, further subdivisions do not exist. Classification into this category hinges on the fabric meeting the weight criteria, being dyed, and being identifiable as one of the specified types: cheesecloth, lawn, voile, or batiste. Careful examination of the fabric's weave, weight, and visual characteristics is essential for accurate classification.