5801.21.00.00 - Uncut weft pile fabrics (224) 🖩

This HTS category, 5801.21.00.00, specifically covers uncut weft pile fabrics made of cotton. These fabrics are characterized by the presence of loops or cut pile that are formed by the weft threads, giving them a soft, raised surface. Unlike other pile fabrics, the pile in this classification remains uncut.

It is crucial to distinguish this category from its siblings. For instance, 5801.22 pertains to cut corduroy, which has distinct ribs formed by cut weft pile. Similarly, 5801.23.00.00 covers "other weft pile fabrics," implying a broader scope that might include variations not specifically defined as uncut weft pile. Furthermore, 5801.26.00 addresses chenille fabrics, which are recognized by their fuzzy, caterpillar-like appearance created by a special weaving process, a distinct characteristic from the pile structure of the goods classified under 5801.21.00.00.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification hinges on the precise definition of "uncut weft pile fabrics" and the material being cotton. Examples of products falling here would include certain types of velvet or velour where the pile remains in its looped state, specifically manufactured from cotton yarns. The key classification criteria are the presence of a pile formed by the weft, the uncut nature of that pile, and the material composition being cotton.