Llama Hair Folklore Carpet from China
A traditional folklore carpet with hand-knotted pile predominantly from llama hair, certified for its cultural weaving methods. The alpaca-llama blend pile exceeds 50% by weight, making it a premium textile floor covering under HTS 5701.10.13.00. Intricate motifs reflect indigenous Peruvian designs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Retain folklore certification paperwork from cultural authorities to substantiate claims during CBP examination
• Label products clearly with fiber composition and hand-loomed origin to comply with textile import regulations
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring pile percentage, which could lead to duty reassessment or penalties