6005.36.00.20 - Stitch-bonded goods (223)

This HTS category, 6005.36.00.20, specifically covers stitch-bonded fabrics composed of synthetic fibers that are either unbleached or have undergone bleaching. Stitch-bonding is a manufacturing process where yarns are bonded to a base fabric or between layers of yarns using knitting or sewing elements, resulting in a fabric structure that is distinct from traditional weaving or knitting. These goods are characterized by their construction method and their state of processing, being limited to those that are not colored or further finished beyond bleaching.

The primary distinction of this category from its sibling, 6005.36.00.80, lies in the "Other" designation. While both fall under the broader umbrella of stitch-bonded fabrics of synthetic fibers, unbleached or bleached, 6005.36.00.80 would encompass any stitch-bonded fabrics that do not fit the specific criteria of 6005.36.00.20, likely including those that may have undergone other initial processing or possess specific structural variations not covered by the more granular classification.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within 6005.36.00.20 is determined by verifying that the fabric is indeed stitch-bonded, made from synthetic fibers, and is in an unbleached or bleached state, excluding any fabrics that are dyed, printed, or have undergone other finishing treatments. Examples within this classification would include specific types of interlinings or specialized technical textiles that meet these stringent criteria.