6702.90.35.00 - Of man-made fibers

This HTS subcategory, 6702.90.35.00, specifically covers artificial flowers, foliage, fruit, and articles made from these, when they are constructed primarily from man-made fibers. This includes a wide range of decorative items such as artificial bouquets, individual artificial blooms, garlands, and decorative arrangements where the structural components and visible elements are predominantly synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, or rayon. The emphasis is on the material composition of the artificial flora and related articles.

It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 6702.90.65.00 ("Other"). While both fall under the broader "Of other materials" designation for artificial flowers, 6702.90.35.00 is reserved for items exclusively or predominantly made of man-made fibers. The "Other" sibling category would encompass artificial flowers and related articles made from materials not specifically enumerated elsewhere, such as natural materials (excluding those covered in earlier headings), or composite materials where man-made fibers are not the primary constituent.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Classification within 6702.90.35.00 is definitive based on the material being man-made fibers. Therefore, customs officers and trade professionals should focus on verifying the material composition to ensure accurate classification. Examples might include artificial potted plants with synthetic fiber foliage, decorative wreaths made from man-made fiber flowers, or individual artificial blooms with stems and petals crafted from various synthetic textiles.