5516.44.00.60 - Satin weave or twill weave (617)

This HTS classification, 5516.44.00.60, specifically covers woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers that contain less than 85 percent by weight of artificial staple fibers, are mixed mainly or solely with cotton, and are printed. The defining characteristic of this category is the weave structure: satin weave or twill weave. These weaves are distinguished by their characteristic surface appearance and interlacing patterns, which create different fabric hand, drape, and luster compared to other weaves.

This category is distinguished from its siblings primarily by the specific weave type. For instance, while 5516.44.00.10 covers poplin or broadcloth, and 5516.44.00.30 pertains to printcloth, this category is exclusively for fabrics exhibiting a satin or twill weave. Other sibling categories may cover different weave structures like sheeting, cheesecloth, lawns, voiles, batistes, or duck, each with distinct structural properties and common uses. The "printed" aspect applies across this immediate grouping of sibling categories, meaning the distinction lies in the underlying weave construction.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification into 5516.44.00.60 is final based on the criteria of being a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers (less than 85% thereof, mixed mainly or solely with cotton) with a satin or twill weave. Examples of such fabrics would include satins and twills produced from artificial staple fibers and cotton blends, which have undergone a printing process for decorative or functional purposes.