5513.41.00.90 - Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes (226)

This HTS classification, 5513.41.00.90, specifically covers woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, predominantly polyester, that are printed. These fabrics contain less than 85 percent by weight of synthetic fibers, with the remainder being primarily cotton. The fabrics are of a weight not exceeding 170 g/m², and critically, are of a plain weave construction. The "Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes" designation within this code points to specific types of plain weave fabrics often characterized by their lightweight, open, or fine texture, which are then printed.

This category is distinguished from its siblings by its inclusion of printed fabrics that do not fall under the more specific weave types of poplin or broadcloth (5513.41.00.20), sheeting (5513.41.00.40), or printcloth (5513.41.00.60). While all are printed, woven, synthetic staple fiber fabrics of polyester and cotton, the specific weave pattern and resulting texture or fabric construction define the distinction. The "Cheesecloth; lawns, voiles or batistes" designation captures fabrics that might not fit neatly into the more structured weave names of poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, or printcloth, but are still plain weave and printed.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code hinges on confirming the fabric is a printed plain weave, contains less than 85% synthetic staple fibers (primarily polyester) mixed with cotton, does not exceed 170 g/m², and possesses the characteristics of cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, or batistes. These types of fabrics are typically used in apparel, home furnishings, and craft applications where a light, often sheer or semi-sheer, printed textile is desired.