5804.30.00.20 - Of cotton; of man-made fibers (229)

This HTS classification pertains to hand-made lace made from specific fibers. Unlike other types of lace which might be machine-made or composed of different primary materials, this category is exclusively for lace that has been crafted by hand. The key distinguishing factor for the sub-item 5804.30.00.20 is its composition: it must be made of cotton or man-made fibers. This requirement sets it apart from sibling categories that are defined by their silk content or are broadly categorized as "other" hand-made lace.

The "Of cotton; of man-made fibers" descriptor indicates the primary textile materials used in the construction of the lace. Classification relies on identifying the dominant fiber by weight. For example, a hand-made lace doily constructed entirely of cotton thread would fall under this heading, as would a hand-embroidered lace trim made from synthetic yarns. This specificity ensures that the customs authorities can accurately assess duties and track trade based on the material composition of these handcrafted textile items.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under this specific code. The classification is complete at this level, with the distinguishing criteria being the method of production (hand-made) and the material composition (cotton or man-made fibers). Therefore, any hand-made lace not falling into the silk category (5804.30.00.10) and meeting the material criteria of cotton or man-made fibers will be classified here.