9619.00.43.00 - Of artificial fibers (239) 🖩

This HTS category, 9619.00.43.00, specifically covers diapers (napkins) and similar absorbent articles that are not made of cotton, synthetic fibers, or other textile fibers as described in its sibling categories. While the parent category encompasses a broad range of sanitary articles, this subcategory zeroes in on those constructed from materials that do not fall into the commonly listed textile fiber types. This often includes articles with a composite structure where the primary absorbent component or outer covering is not predominantly cotton, polyester, nylon, or other distinct textile fibers.

The key distinguishing factor for this classification lies in the material composition. It differentiates itself from the "Of cotton" category by excluding articles where cotton is the primary textile component. Similarly, it is distinct from "Of synthetic fibers" (9619.00.41.00) and "Of other textile fibers" by classifying items whose materials do not neatly fit into these defined textile categories. This might include absorbent articles featuring non-woven materials that are not explicitly classified as synthetic or other textile fibers for the purpose of this HTS breakdown, or articles with a mixed material composition where the defining textile element is absent or complex.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories to introduce. The classification ends here, meaning that any product fitting the description of a diaper or similar article, and not classifiable under the preceding material-specific textile categories, will be placed within 9619.00.43.00. Classification will hinge on the precise identification and predominance of the materials used in the construction of the absorbent article.