5601.22.00.50 - Flocked swabs, other than articles of heading 3926 (669)

This HTS category, 5601.22.00.50, specifically covers flocked swabs made from textile materials. These are distinct from other forms of wadding of man-made fibers due to their specialized construction and intended use. The flocking process involves attaching short fibers to a base material, creating a surface with a velvety texture, which is the defining characteristic of these swabs.

Unlike other entries at the same level, such as "Wadding, in the piece" (5601.22.00.10), this category is not for bulk material but for finished articles in the form of swabs. It also differentiates itself from "Other" (5601.22.00.91) by being a specific product with a designated purpose. The exclusion of articles of heading 3926 is important, ensuring that plastic-based swabs are classified elsewhere.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 5601.22.00.50 relies on confirming that the article is indeed a swab constructed with a flocked surface and made from man-made fibers, and that it is not an article of plastic falling under heading 3926. The physical form and the flocking technique are the primary classification criteria.