Sisal Wool Blend Carpet Fabric from China
Durable woven sisal fabric with 22% wool for area rugs and carpet underlay, providing natural texture and resilience. Classified HTS 5311.00.20.00 for other vegetable fibers (sisal) exceeding 17% wool. Meets napped requirements if processed per statistical note (f).
Duty Rate — China → United States
52%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for napped surface treatment documentation per statistical note (f) to confirm weave type
• Declare intended end-use (floor covering vs upholstery) as it affects potential Chapter 57 reclassification