5212.24.10.20 - Combed (410)

This HTS category, 5212.24.10.20, specifically classifies "Combed" other woven fabrics of cotton that weigh more than 200 g/m², are made of yarns of different colors, and contain 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair. The defining characteristic for this classification is the "combed" nature of the cotton yarns used in the fabric's construction. Combing is a textile process that removes short fibers and aligns the remaining longer fibers, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous yarn, which in turn impacts the final fabric's texture and quality.

This classification is distinguished from its sibling, 5212.24.10.10, which covers "Not combed" fabrics meeting the same weight, color, and material composition criteria. Therefore, the critical differentiator is the presence or absence of the combing process applied to the cotton yarns. Fabrics classified under 5212.24.10.20 will exhibit the tactile and visual characteristics associated with combed yarns, such as a finer handle and reduced pilling potential compared to their uncombed counterparts.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification at this level is final, with the specific criteria of fabric weight, yarn color diversity, and the significant presence of wool or fine animal hair, combined with the combed state of the cotton yarn, determining the correct HTS assignment. This ensures precise identification for customs purposes, reflecting the specific textile manufacturing processes and material compositions.