5309.29.30 - Containing cotton and man-made fibers

This HTS category, 5309.29.30, encompasses woven fabrics that contain both cotton and man-made fibers, with flax present in a proportion less than 85% by weight. The "Other" designation within this sub-heading indicates that these fabrics do not fall under more specific classifications within this chapter, such as those subject to particular trade restraints. The presence of multiple fiber types, specifically cotton and man-made fibers alongside flax, is the defining characteristic for classification here.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 5309.29.40, lies in the presence of cotton and man-made fibers. While both might be "other" woven fabrics containing less than 85% flax, the 5309.29.40 sibling would typically refer to fabrics where the remaining percentage is comprised of other vegetable fibers, paper yarn, or is primarily undyed or plain woven. In contrast, 5309.29.30 specifically requires the inclusion of cotton and man-made fibers in the blend.

Within this classification, further subdivisions are provided to account for specific trade regulations. The subcategories "Subject to cotton restraints" and "Subject to man-made fiber restraints" acknowledge that the import or export of such blended fabrics may be subject to quotas or specific licensing requirements depending on their origin and destination. The final subcategory, 5309.29.30.90, acts as a residual category for any fabrics meeting the primary criteria but not falling under the specific restraint categories.