Seagrass and Bamboo Area Rug

An area rug combining plaited bamboo with seagrass for durable floor covering in living rooms or patios. Classified under HTS 4601.21.80.00 due to its bamboo composition and explicit use as a floor covering made from bound plaiting materials.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4601.99Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If predominantly other vegetable materials like seagrass

Floor coverings of plaiting materials other than bamboo, rattan, or palm move to the 'other' vegetable materials subheading.

5703.10.20Higher: 41% vs 35%

If tufted or incorporating pile elements

Tufted floor coverings of vegetable materials are classified in Chapter 57 regardless of plaiting construction.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If assembled on wooden frames or backings

Floor coverings with substantial wood components shift to Chapter 44 assembled wood articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'bamboo floor covering' to match the HTS description and avoid scrutiny over mixed materials

Include origin certificates for bamboo to qualify for preferential tariffs under trade agreements

Test for colorfastness if dyed, as customs may reject non-compliant finishes on plaiting materials