5806.40.00.00 - Fabrics consisting of warp without weft assembled by means of an adhesive (bolducs)

This HTS classification, 5806.40.00.00, specifically covers narrow woven fabrics that are unique in their construction. These fabrics are characterized by the absence of a weft, with warp threads being held together and assembled by the application of an adhesive. This method of assembly distinguishes them from traditional woven fabrics. The term "bolducs" is often used to refer to these types of adhesive-assembled warp-only fabrics.

When classifying, it is important to differentiate these bolducs from other narrow woven fabrics under heading 5806. Unlike fabrics classified under 5806.10, these do not possess a woven pile or chenille construction. Furthermore, they are distinct from fabrics under 5806.20.00, as they do not necessarily contain elastomeric yarn or rubber thread by weight. The defining characteristic for this category is the adhesive assembly of warp threads without any weft integration.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories for this specific classification. Therefore, classification within 5806.40.00.00 relies solely on the presence of warp threads assembled by adhesive, without a weft. Examples of such goods might include certain types of stiffened banding or specialized reinforcing materials where the structural integrity is achieved through bonding the warp yarns.