5808.10.50.00 - Of other textile materials

HTS Code 5808.10.50.00 specifically classifies braids in the piece that are suitable for making or ornamenting headwear and are composed of textile materials *other than* cotton, man-made fibers, abaca, or ramie. This includes braids made from silk, wool, or other fine animal hair, as well as vegetable fibers not otherwise specified. The defining characteristic of this category is its suitability for use in headwear, coupled with its material composition falling outside the more common textile bases found in its sibling categories.

This classification distinguishes itself from 5808.10.10.00, which covers braids of abaca or ramie, and 5808.10.40.00, which encompasses braids of cotton or man-made fibers. Therefore, when determining classification, the importer must first ascertain if the braid is intended for headwear applications. Subsequently, the primary textile material of the braid must be identified to ensure it does not fall under the abaca, ramie, cotton, or man-made fiber categories, thus correctly directing the classification to this "other textile materials" subcategory.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 5808.10.50.00. Classification at this level is final, dependent on the precise material composition and its intended use in headwear. Practical examples falling under this code might include decorative braids made from fine wool for hats, or silk braids designed for embellishing fashion headwear.