5407.30 - Fabrics specified in note 9 to section XI:

This category, HTS 5407.30, specifically covers woven fabrics that are defined by Note 9 to Section XI of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. These fabrics are generally characterized by their unique construction or composition, often incorporating materials that fall outside the standard filament yarn definitions of other subheadings within heading 5407. The specification in Note 9 is crucial for accurately identifying goods that belong here, distinguishing them from more common woven synthetic filament fabrics.

Unlike sibling categories such as 5407.10 (high tenacity yarn fabrics) or those based on the weight percentage of specific filament types, 5407.30 is dictated by a specific structural or material characteristic outlined in the aforementioned note. This means the classification here relies on a specific technical definition rather than solely the type or quantity of yarn used. For instance, fabrics made from "strip or the like" would fall under a different sibling category, highlighting the need to carefully consult Note 9 for goods classified under 5407.30.

The subcategories under 5407.30 provide further refinement based on the material composition. 5407.30.10.00 covers those fabrics where plastics constitute over 60 percent by weight, indicating a significant presence of plastic material beyond that typically found in synthetic filament yarns. The remaining goods are captured under 5407.30.90.00 as "Other," encompassing all woven fabrics meeting the criteria of Note 9 to Section XI that do not primarily consist of plastics by weight.