5601.29.00 - Other

This classification, HTS Code 5601.29.00, pertains to wadding of textile materials and articles thereof, specifically excluding cotton and man-made fibers. It encompasses a diverse range of fibrous materials prepared in a mass of interlocked fibers, loosely assembled by any suitable process, and intended for use as filling material or as padding. Examples include wadding made from silk, wool, or other animal hairs, which are distinct from the predominant classifications for cotton and synthetic fibers found in sibling categories.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings, 5601.21.00 (Of cotton) and 5601.22.00 (Of man-made fibers), is crucial for accurate classification. While all fall under the broader heading of wadding, the specific fiber composition is the defining characteristic. This heading therefore captures wadding composed of natural fibers other than cotton, or synthetic fibers not meeting the definition of "man-made fibers" as per Chapter 56 definitions.

The subcategories within 5601.29.00 provide further refinement based on the dominant fiber content. This includes specific provisions for wadding containing a high percentage of silk or silk waste, and for wadding derived from wool or fine animal hair, each with designated subheadings to reflect their unique material origins and potential uses. The residual "Other" subheading serves as a catch-all for any wadding not specifically enumerated in the preceding subcategories.