5803.00.20.00 - Tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics of a weight not exceeding 140 g/m² (414)

This HTS category, 5803.00.20.00, specifically classifies tapestry fabrics and upholstery fabrics that are woven and weigh no more than 140 grams per square meter. These fabrics are characterized by their suitability for decorative wall hangings (tapestries) or for covering furniture (upholstery). The defining criteria for inclusion here are the weave structure, the intended use, and the crucial weight limitation.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 5803.00.30.00 (Other), is the precise weight threshold. While both fall under the broader classification of "Gauze, other than narrow fabrics of heading 5806" and "Of other textile materials," this specific code is for items *not exceeding* 140 g/m². The "Other" category would encompass similar tapestry and upholstery fabrics that *exceed* this weight.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, classification within 5803.00.20.00 is definitive based on the fabric's construction, its intended application as tapestry or upholstery material, and its weight not surpassing the 140 g/m² limit. Practical examples would include lighter-weight decorative wall hangings or fabric intended for chair seats or backs where a lighter construction is specified.