5804.30.00 - Hand-made lace

This HTS category, 5804.30.00, specifically covers hand-made lace. Hand-made lace is characterized by its intricate decorative designs created by interlacing threads, often by hand, using techniques such as needlepoint, bobbin lace, or crochet. Unlike machine-made lace, its production involves significant manual skill and labor, resulting in unique patterns and textures that distinguish it from its mechanically produced counterparts.

Distinguishing hand-made lace from its sibling category, 5804.10, is crucial. While both fall under "Tulles and other net fabrics; lace," 5804.10 encompasses tulles and other net fabrics, as well as mechanically made lace. Therefore, the key differentiator for 5804.30 is the manual method of creation, which inherently implies a different manufacturing process and often a higher value due to the craftsmanship involved.

The subcategories within 5804.30 further refine the classification based on the primary material content of the hand-made lace. These subdivisions, such as those for silk, cotton, man-made fibers, and "other" materials, are essential for determining the correct tariff treatment. Importers and exporters must carefully identify the dominant fiber composition to ensure accurate declaration and compliance with import/export regulations.