5803.00.10.00 - Of cotton (220)

This HTS category, 5803.00.10.00, specifically covers gauze fabrics that are composed entirely of cotton. Gauze, in this context, refers to a lightweight, plain-woven textile characterized by its open weave, allowing for breathability and a delicate texture. These fabrics are often used for medical purposes, such as bandages and wound dressings, due to their absorbency and non-irritating nature, but can also find applications in crafts and apparel where such qualities are desired. The "(220)" designation within the description likely refers to a specific statistical suffix or internal code used for tracking purposes.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, "Of other textile materials." While both fall under heading 5803, which deals with gauze and other open-weave fabrics, this specific subcategory is exclusively for cotton. Therefore, any gauze fabric made from synthetic fibers, natural fibers other than cotton (like linen or silk), or blends where cotton is not the sole constituent would be classified elsewhere, under the "Of other textile materials" sibling category.

As this HTS code represents a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to explore. Classification concludes at this level based on the material composition (cotton) of the gauze fabric. When classifying goods under this heading, the primary considerations will be the fabric's open weave structure characteristic of gauze and confirmation that the sole textile material used is cotton.