## Common ground
Both options refer to harness cords used in textile machinery, specifically connecting components in weaving processes.
## Options at a glance
**5911.90 – Textile harness cords**
- **Defining trait:** Made from textile yarn or cord; non-metallic and typically used in traditional looms.
- **Typical examples:** Cotton or synthetic fiber cords in hand-operated or mechanical looms.
- **Best fit when:** The product is made of fabric-like material and used for controlling heddles in weaving.
**8448.49 – Metallic harness cords**
- **Defining trait:** Made of metal; connects heald frames to lifting mechanisms in automated or auxiliary textile machines.
- **Typical examples:** Steel or alloy cables in computer-controlled looms or shuttleless weaving machines.
- **Best fit when:** The cord is metallic and part of a mechanical drive system in modern textile equipment.
## Key differences
| Feature | 5911.90 (Textile) | 8448.49 (Metallic) |
|---------------------|--------------------------|----------------------------|
| Material | Textile yarn or cord | Metal (e.g., steel, alloy) |
| Primary use | Traditional loom control | Automated machine linkage |
| Mechanism type | Manual or simple mechanical | Motorized or computer-driven |
## How to choose
- Is the cord made of fabric or fiber? → 5911.90
- Is it made of metal (e.g., steel)? → 8448.49
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A product could be mistaken for one category if it has a mixed construction, but the material is decisive: textile = 5911.90; metal = 8448.49. The key is whether the cord is primarily textile or metallic. If unclear, prioritize based on the dominant material and primary function in the machine