5513.23.01 - Other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers

This HTS classification covers woven fabrics manufactured from polyester staple fibers. The key defining characteristics are that these fabrics contain less than 85% by weight of polyester staple fibers, are predominantly mixed with cotton (or solely with cotton), and have a weight not exceeding 170 grams per square meter. These fabrics are dyed, meaning their color is imparted to the yarn or fabric before further processing.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 5513.21.00, which specifically covers plain weave fabrics of polyester staple fibers. This node, 5513.23.01, therefore encompasses all other woven constructions of dyed polyester staple fiber blends that are not plain weave. It also differentiates from 5513.29.00, which is a more general "other" category for dyed woven fabrics within this broader grouping, suggesting that 5513.23.01 is a more specific sub-grouping of dyed polyester staple fiber fabrics.

The subcategories under 5513.23.01 further refine the classification based on specific weave structures. These include fabrics with a satin or twill weave (5513.23.01.21), Oxford cloth (5513.23.01.41), and all other remaining weaves (5513.23.01.91). This detailed breakdown allows for precise identification based on the fabric's construction, which is a critical factor in customs classification.