5809.00.00.00 - Woven fabrics of metal thread and woven fabrics of metalized yarn of heading 5605, of a kind used in apparel, as furnishing fabrics or for similar purposes, not elsewhere specified or included (229)

This HTS category, 5809.00.00.00, encompasses woven fabrics specifically constructed from metal threads or metalized yarns. These materials are characterized by their metallic sheen and are intended for a variety of applications beyond industrial or purely technical uses. The "kind used in apparel, as furnishing fabrics or for similar purposes" clause is crucial, indicating that these fabrics are destined for decorative or functional roles in consumer goods and interiors. Examples include fabrics for evening wear with a metallic shimmer, upholstery with metallic embellishments, or decorative drapery fabrics incorporating metal elements.

It is important to distinguish these woven metal fabrics from other textile categories. Unlike fabrics solely composed of natural or synthetic fibers, the defining characteristic here is the inclusion of metal thread or metalized yarn as a significant component of the weave. While heading 5605 specifically covers metalized yarn, this heading addresses the *woven fabric* made from such yarns or metal threads, distinguishing it from the raw yarn itself. Furthermore, this category excludes fabrics that are exclusively metallic (e.g., a sheet of metal foil) or those primarily designed for technical or industrial applications not falling under apparel or furnishing.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories. Classification within 5809.00.00.00 is determined by the material composition (metal thread or metalized yarn) and the intended end-use (apparel, furnishing, or similar purposes). Customs officers will examine the fabric's physical characteristics, such as the type of metal used, the proportion of metallic to non-metallic content if blended, and the weave structure, to ensure it aligns with the specified applications.