6306.30.00 - Sails

This HTS category, 6306.30, specifically classifies "sails." This encompasses sails designed for a variety of watercraft, including sailboats, as well as sails intended for use on sailboards and even landcraft that utilize sails for propulsion. The core characteristic is their function as a surface to harness wind power for movement.

Distinguishing 6306.30 from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While the parent heading covers a broader range of made-up textile articles like tarpaulins, awnings, sunblinds, and tents (6306.10-6306.20), sails are distinct in their specialized design and primary purpose of generating motive force from wind. Pneumatic mattresses (6306.40) and other general "other" items within 6306.90 are also clearly differentiated by their specific functions and construction.

The subcategories within 6306.30 further refine the classification based on material composition. 6306.30.00.10 is designated for sails constructed from synthetic fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or Dacron. Conversely, 6306.30.00.20 covers sails made from other textile materials, which would typically include natural fibers like cotton or linen, or other man-made fibers not classified as "synthetic" under the relevant definitions. This distinction is important for tariff and trade analysis.