5514.19.10.20 - Satin weave or twill weave (617)

This classification covers woven fabrics manufactured primarily from synthetic staple fibers, specifically polyester staple fibers, where these synthetic fibers constitute less than 85% by weight of the total fiber content. Crucially, these fabrics are characterized by containing a significant proportion of cotton, and their weight exceeds 170 grams per square meter. The specific weave constructions falling under this subcategory are satin weave or twill weave, identified by the descriptor (617). These fabrics are typically used in a variety of textile applications where a durable and structured fabric with a specific surface texture is desired.

To distinguish this category from its siblings, it is important to note that 5514.19.10.40 specifically classifies "duck, except plain weave," while 5514.19.10.90 encompasses "other" woven fabrics that do not fit into the satin or twill weave specification of this category. Therefore, the defining feature of 5514.19.10.20 is the precise identification of satin or twill weave construction within the broader context of polyester staple fiber fabrics mixed with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m².

As this classification represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is determined by the combination of fiber content (less than 85% synthetic staple fibers, mainly with cotton), weight (exceeding 170 g/m²), and the specific weave type (satin weave or twill weave). Examples of products that would fall here might include certain types of upholstery fabrics, durable apparel fabrics, or specialized home furnishings that exhibit these particular characteristics.