Alpaca Blend Knotted Andes Carpet
A 6x9 foot carpet hand-knotted with a blend of alpaca (fine animal hair) and wool, featuring traditional Incan patterns. The alpaca content exceeds 50% by weight, and the pile is exposed as the floor-covering surface. It qualifies as a knotted carpet of fine animal hair under tariff item 5701.10.90.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | +25.0% | 31.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the carpet is machine knotted
Machine-knotted carpets of wool or fine animal hair are classified separately from hand-knotted ones.
If the carpet is woven, not knotted
Woven pile carpets of wool or fine animal hair fall under heading 57.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the alpaca content is documented and exceeds 50% by weight to support classification under 5701.10.90
• Provide a certificate of origin if claiming preferential tariff treatment under a free trade agreement
• Declare the carpet as a textile floor covering, not a wall hanging, to avoid misclassification
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