6307.10.20.05 - Of cotton (369)

This HTS subcategory, 6307.10.20.05, specifically encompasses shop towels made of cotton that are designed and intended for use in garages, filling stations, and machine shops. These are durable, often absorbent cloths intended for cleaning up oil, grease, and other industrial fluids encountered in such environments. Their construction and material are geared towards repeated use and washing, maintaining their efficacy in demanding conditions.

Distinguishing this category from its sibling, 6307.10.20.15 "Other," is the explicit dedication for use in specific industrial or automotive service settings. While "Other" shop towels might exist, this subcategory targets those with a clear intended application in environments where heavy-duty cleaning of mechanical or automotive components is routine. The key differentiating factor lies in the intended end-use and the implied durability and absorbency characteristics suitable for these specialized workplaces.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Classification under this code is definitive for cotton-made shop towels whose primary purpose and market are clearly identified as serving the cleaning needs of garages, filling stations, and machine shops. The focus remains on the material (cotton) and the specific, industrial application to differentiate it from more general cleaning cloths or shop towels intended for broader use.