Hand-Knotted Suri Alpaca Area Rug from Japan
This area rug boasts hand-inserted suri alpaca pile over 50% by weight, certified as a hand-loomed folklore product from highland weavers. It serves as a durable textile floor covering with exceptional softness and warmth. Traditional geometric patterns qualify it precisely for HTS 5701.10.13.00.
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
• Conduct pre-shipment fiber testing to document alpaca content and prevent disputes at entry
• Declare as 'certified hand-loomed folklore' with supporting certificates to secure correct tariff treatment
• Watch for reclassification if customs doubts hand-knotting; provide weaver affidavits as backup