Find HS Code and trade information for drawnwork

Drawnwork

Drawnwork is a form of counted-thread embroidery originating in the 16th century, particularly associated with England, Germany, and Italy. It involves creating patterns by removing and strategically leaving threads within a woven fabric, resulting in a delicate, openwork design.

Material:

• Base Fabric: Typically linen, though hemp and sometimes cotton can be used. The fabric needs to be of a fairly even weave to allow for accurate thread removal. Historically, a coarser linen was common, but finer linens are used for more intricate work today.
• Threads: The original drawnwork often used the threads of the base fabric itself. Modern practitioners may use other threads for reinforcement or decorative elements, such as cotton, silk, or metallic threads.

Purpose:

Originally used to embellish household linens – tablecloths, napkins, pillowcases, bands, and smocks – drawnwork served both a decorative and functional purpose. The openwork designs allowed light to pass through, creating a lighter, more airy fabric. It was a status symbol, demonstrating skill and wealth. Today, it is primarily practiced as a decorative art form, used for wall hangings, doilies, and other ornamental pieces.

Function:

The primary function is decorative, achieved through the manipulation of threads. The process involves:

• Marking: Patterns are transferred onto the fabric using pricking, tracing, or other methods.
• Thread Removal: Threads are carefully pulled or cut away, following the marked design.
• Securing: The remaining threads are often secured with buttonhole stitches or other reinforcing stitches to prevent unraveling.
• Pattern Filling: The open spaces created can be left empty, filled with decorative stitches, or combined with other embroidery techniques.

Usage Scenarios:

• Historical Recreations: Reproducing authentic drawnwork patterns from museum examples.
• Home Decor: Creating decorative items such as doilies, table runners, and wall hangings.
• Garment Embellishment: Adding delicate details to collars, cuffs, or yokes.
• Sampler Creation: Practicing and showcasing different drawnwork techniques.
• Artistic Expression: Developing original designs and incorporating drawnwork into contemporary art pieces.

Common Types:

• Cutwork: A closely related technique where fabric is cut away, with the edges secured with stitches. Often combined with drawnwork.
• Pulled Thread Work: A broader category that includes drawnwork, but also encompasses techniques where threads are pulled without being completely removed.
• Spanish Point Lace: A sophisticated form of drawnwork and cutwork originating in Spain, characterized by intricate floral motifs.
• Point de France: A French variation, often featuring more geometric patterns.
• English Drawnwork: Known for its symmetrical and geometric designs, frequently featuring eight-pointed stars and floral elements.
• Geometric Drawnwork: Focuses on creating patterns using straight lines and geometric shapes.
• Floral Drawnwork: Emphasizes floral motifs and naturalistic designs.

Based on the provided information, “drawnwork” can be classified under several HS codes, depending on the specific article it is incorporated into. Here's a breakdown of relevant classifications:

• 6307908940: This HS code covers “Other made up articles, including dress patterns: Other: Surgical towels; cotton towels of pile or tufted construction; pillow shells, of cotton; shells for quilts, eiderdowns, comforters and similar articles of cotton”. If the drawnwork is part of these articles (surgical towels, cotton towels, pillow shells, quilt shells), this code applies. The tax rate is 7.0% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total of 37.0%.
• 6307908945: This HS code also covers “Other made up articles, including dress patterns: Other: Surgical towels; cotton towels of pile or tufted construction; pillow shells, of cotton; shells for quilts, eiderdowns, comforters and similar articles of cotton”. Similar to 6307908940, this applies if drawnwork is a component of these articles. The tax rate is identical to 6307908940: 7.0% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, totaling 37.0%.
• 6304190500: This HS code covers “Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Bedspreads: Other: Of cotton: Containing any embroidery, lace, braid, edging, trimming, piping or applique work”. If the drawnwork is incorporated into cotton bedspreads with embroidery, lace, braid, edging, trimming, or piping, this code is applicable. The tax rate is 12.0% base tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total of 49.5%.
• 6304191000: This HS code covers “Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Bedspreads: Other: Of cotton: Other”. If the drawnwork is part of cotton bedspreads without the features listed in 6304190500 (no embroidery, lace, etc.), this code applies. The tax rate is 4.4% base tariff, 7.5% additional tariff, and 30% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, totaling 41.9%.

According to the provided reference material, the HS code options related to 'drawnwork' are limited, with only the following 4 found.