5911.90.00 - Other

The HTS code 5911.90.00, described as "Other," serves as a residual category within the broader classification of textile articles suitable for industrial use. It encompasses textile materials and articles that are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated, and designed for technical applications, but do not fit into the more specific subheadings under Chapter 59, Section XI. These items are typically characterized by their specialized construction or treatment to withstand demanding industrial environments or perform specific functions in machinery and processes.

This "Other" category is distinguished from its siblings by its residual nature. For instance, 5911.10 specifically covers fabrics for card clothing and similar technical uses like spindle covering. 5911.20 is exclusively for bolting cloth. The category for endless felts used in papermaking machines is also a distinct classification. Similarly, 5911.40.01.00 is dedicated to filtering or straining cloth for oil presses. Therefore, 5911.90.00 captures those industrial textile articles that do not meet the precise criteria of these other specialized headings.

Within 5911.90.00, there are two primary subcategories. 5911.90.00.40 specifically includes cords, braids, and similar textile articles designed for industrial use as packing or lubricating material, such as those found in pumps or seals. The remaining items, which do not fall under the packing or lubricating cordage classification, are then directed to 5911.90.00.80, the further "Other" designation. This hierarchical structure ensures that all industrial textile articles, even those not explicitly detailed, are appropriately classified within the HTS.