5514.43.00.40 - Duck, except plain weave (219)

This HTS category, 5514.43.00.40, encompasses printed woven fabrics that are primarily composed of synthetic staple fibers, with cotton as the main or sole blending component. Crucially, these fabrics must contain less than 85 percent by weight of synthetic staple fibers and weigh over 170 grams per square meter. The "duck, except plain weave" descriptor signifies that the fabric construction excludes a simple, one-over-one interlacing pattern, indicating more complex weaves like basket weave or similar variations that result in a heavier, more textured fabric.

This classification is distinct from its siblings by its specific exclusion of plain weave constructions. While 5514.43.00.20 covers satin or twill weaves within this same printed fabric group, and 5514.43.00.90 serves as a residual for other printed fabrics that are neither satin, twill, nor duck (except plain weave), this code specifically targets the "duck" weave, provided it is not a plain weave. The printing process is a common characteristic across all siblings in this sub-heading, but the weave structure is the primary differentiator.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification under 5514.43.00.40 is final once the fabric meets all the preceding criteria: it is woven, contains less than 85% synthetic staple fibers blended mainly or solely with cotton, exceeds 170 g/m² in weight, is printed, and features a "duck" weave construction that is not a plain weave. Examples of such fabrics might include heavy-duty printed canvas or similar durable textiles used for upholstery, bags, or outdoor gear where a distinct, textured weave is evident.