5702.49.10 - Of cotton

This HTS category, 5702.49.10, specifically covers woven carpets and other textile floor coverings that are of pile construction, have been made up, and are composed primarily of cotton. These goods are distinguished from other categories at this level by their material composition. For instance, sibling categories like 5702.49.15.00 are designated for jute floor coverings, while 5702.49.20.00 encompasses other textile materials not explicitly defined.

The "Of cotton" designation is crucial for distinguishing this classification. It means that for a floor covering to fall under 5702.49.10, cotton must be the predominant textile material by weight or by fiber count, as per the rules of the Harmonized System. This specificity ensures accurate tariff application for imported and exported textile floor coverings that meet the woven, made-up, pile construction, and cotton material requirements.

Further subdivision exists within this category to refine classification based on the method of manufacturing. The subcategories 5702.49.10.20 and 5702.49.10.80 differentiate between cotton pile floor coverings made on a power-driven loom and those made by other means, respectively. This distinction is important for certain trade agreements or regulatory requirements that may apply differently based on the loom type used.