5802.20.00.20 - Of man-made fibers (224)

This HTS category, 5802.20.00.20, specifically covers terry toweling and similar woven terry fabrics, manufactured from man-made fibers. These fabrics are characterized by their looped pile construction, which creates a soft, absorbent surface, commonly found in towels, bathrobes, and other absorbent textile articles. The designation "(224)" typically refers to a statistical suffix or a country-specific modifier, which may be relevant for detailed import/export reporting.

This classification is distinct from its sibling, 5802.20.00.10, which is reserved for terry toweling and similar woven terry fabrics containing 85 percent or more by weight of silk or silk waste. This current category, therefore, encompasses all other terry toweling and similar woven terry fabrics made from man-made fibers that do not meet the silk content threshold of the preceding sibling. The sibling category 5802.20.00.90, "Other," would capture terry toweling and similar woven terry fabrics made from textile materials not specifically covered by the other subheadings within 5802.20.00.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories for this specific HTS code. Classification at this level hinges on the primary textile material used in the construction of the terry fabric. Importers and exporters should ensure the correct identification of man-made fibers (such as polyester, nylon, or rayon) as the dominant component to accurately apply this classification.