5212.15.60.60 - Sateens (326)

This HTS category, 5212.15.60.60, specifically classifies printed sateen fabrics of cotton that weigh no more than 200 g/m². Sateen is characterized by its smooth, lustrous surface achieved through a specific weaving technique where warp yarns float over four or more weft yarns, creating a distinct sheen. These fabrics are intended for use in various textile applications where a smooth, reflective finish is desired.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its sibling, 5212.15.60.70, which covers "Other" woven cotton fabrics. While both fall under the broader "Satin weave or twill weave" classification, 5212.15.60.60 is exclusively for fabrics that have been *printed*. The presence of any printing, regardless of its complexity or color, necessitates classification under this specific code, differentiating it from unprinted or piece-dyed sateen fabrics that might fall into the "Other" sibling category.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories for this specific classification. Therefore, the focus remains on correctly identifying printed sateen fabrics of cotton meeting the weight and weave criteria as the definitive characteristic for import or export purposes. The absence of further subdivisions highlights the specificity of this code for a particular type of finished woven cotton good.