6002.90.80 - Other

This category, HTS 6002.90.80, encompasses "other" knitted or crocheted fabrics that do not fall under the specific designation of cotton as defined in its sibling category, 6002.90.40. These fabrics are characterized by a width not exceeding 30 cm and contain by weight 5 percent or more of elastomeric yarn or rubber thread. The exclusion from heading 6001 is also a critical defining factor. This designation serves as a residual category for fabrics meeting the general criteria of heading 6002 but are not explicitly categorized elsewhere at this level.

The primary distinction from the sibling category 6002.90.40 lies in the fiber content. While 6002.90.40 is exclusively for knitted or crocheted fabrics of cotton, this category 6002.90.80 covers fabrics made from other textile materials, provided they meet the specified elastomeric or rubber thread content and width limitations. Therefore, importers must carefully analyze the fiber composition to correctly classify their goods.

Within this "Other" designation, further subcategories exist to provide more granular classification. Subcategory 6002.90.80.20 specifically addresses open-work fabrics that are warp knit. This distinguishes them based on their construction technique and visual appearance. The remaining fabrics that meet the broader criteria of 6002.90.80 but are not warp knit open-work fabrics are then classified under subcategory 6002.90.80.80, designated as "Other" within this narrower scope.