6310.10.20.20 - Of man-made fibers

This category encompasses rags, scrap twine, cordage, rope, cables, and worn-out articles thereof, all made from textile materials, which have been sorted but are not specifically categorized as being of cotton. This includes a wide range of textile waste and discarded items that meet the general description of sorted materials but lack a specific cotton composition.

The key distinction for this subcategory lies in its exclusion of cotton-based materials. While sibling categories like "Of cotton" (6310.10.20.10) specifically address items composed of cotton fibers, this classification applies to sorted textile waste and worn-out articles where the primary textile component is derived from man-made fibers, such as polyester, nylon, or acrylic, or a blend of man-made fibers. The "Other" sibling category (6310.10.20.30) would capture any remaining sorted textile waste not falling under cotton or man-made fibers.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification within 6310.10.20.20 relies on the definitive presence of man-made fibers as the predominant or sole textile material in the sorted rags, scrap, or worn-out articles. Importers and exporters must carefully ascertain the fiber content to ensure accurate classification.