5212.25.10 - Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair

This category, HTS 5212.25.10, specifically classifies other woven fabrics of cotton that weigh more than 200 g/m² and are printed, with the crucial defining characteristic being that they contain 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair. This means the fabric's primary component is cotton, but a significant portion of its weight is derived from wool or other fine animal hairs like cashmere or mohair. The printing process applied to these heavier cotton fabrics is a key determinant for this sub-classification.

Distinction from sibling categories, such as 5212.25.60, lies in the material composition. While siblings at this level might cover other printed woven cotton fabrics exceeding 200 g/m², this specific code isolates those where the blend with wool or fine animal hair reaches the 36% threshold, indicating a distinct textile characteristic and potential end-use.

Within this classification, further subdivisions exist to refine the classification based on the processing of the cotton component. The subcategories 5212.25.10.10 (Not combed) and 5212.25.10.20 (Combed) differentiate based on whether the cotton fibers used in the fabric have undergone the combing process. Combing removes shorter fibers, resulting in a smoother, stronger, and more lustrous yarn and consequently, a fabric with different visual and tactile qualities. This distinction is important for accurate customs valuation and statistical tracking.