5513.21.00 - Of polyester staple fibers, plain weave

This HTS classification covers woven fabrics primarily composed of polyester staple fibers, woven in a plain weave construction. The defining characteristic of this category is that the fabric contains less than 85 percent by weight of synthetic staple fibers, with the remainder being mainly or solely cotton. Furthermore, these fabrics must not exceed a weight of 170 grams per square meter. The "dyed" designation indicates that the yarns used to construct the fabric have been colored prior to weaving.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 5513.23.01 (Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers) and 5513.29.00 (Other woven fabrics), is crucial. While siblings may also utilize polyester staple fibers, they do not adhere to the specific "plain weave" construction required here, or they might fall outside the stipulated weight limits or fiber content mix. This category specifically targets dyed, plain weave fabrics meeting the defined fiber composition and weight criteria.

Within this dyed category, further subdivisions exist to refine classification based on specific fabric types. These include poplin or broadcloth, sheeting, printcloth, and other fine weaves such as cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes. These subcategories allow for a more granular classification, taking into account the distinct weave structures and resulting fabric properties that differentiate these specific constructions, even when manufactured from similar fiber blends and meeting the overarching requirements of the parent classification.