Seagrass and Bamboo Area Rug from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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