Hand-Knotted Llama Hair Tribal Runner from Japan
A narrow hallway runner with intricate tribal patterns, hand-knotted using llama hair comprising 60% of the pile weight on a wool warp. This textile floor covering meets HTS 5701.10.16.00 criteria through its hand-insertion technique and dominant llama pile exposure. Designed for high-traffic areas with durable fine animal hair surface.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include shear certificates or fiber provenance docs to substantiate llama hair claims during customs valuation
• Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring 'made up' status with finished edges, preventing misclassification as yardage
• Declare exact pile weight percentages upfront to preempt audits on fine animal hair content