5808.90.00 - Other

This HTS category, 5808.90.00, encompasses "Other" ornamental trimmings that do not fall under the definition of braids. Specifically, it covers articles such as tassels, pompons, and similar decorative items, provided they are not knitted or crocheted and do not feature embroidery. These goods are typically used for embellishment on garments, home furnishings, or other textile articles, adding decorative flair and texture.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 5808.10 (Braids in the piece), is crucial. While both fall under special woven fabrics and trimmings, 5808.10 is specifically for braids that are constructed as a continuous woven strip, often used as edging or decorative banding. Category 5808.90.00, in contrast, covers distinct, non-braided ornamental items that are either produced as separate units (like tassels or pompons) or in lengths of materials not meeting the definition of braid.

Within this category, further subdivision is provided by 5808.90.00.10, which classifies these ornamental articles when they are made of cotton or man-made fibers. The residual category, 5808.90.00.90, accounts for ornamental trimmings of all other materials not specifically enumerated in the preceding subcategory. This hierarchical structure allows for precise classification based on both the type of trimming and its constituent materials.