Suri Alpaca Hand-Knotted Oriental Carpet from China
Premium 9x12 ft Oriental-style carpet with hand-knotted suri alpaca pile exceeding 55% by weight, known for its silky luster and wool base. Classifies under HTS 5701.10.16.00 for hand-inserted alpaca-dominant knotted floor coverings with textile exposed surface. Ideal for living rooms with exceptional pile density.
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
• Use independent lab reports for fiber content to support declarations, as CBP frequently tests high-value rugs
• Document hand-knotting with artisan affidavits or photos of the weaving process for authenticity
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; appraise based on knot density (e.g
• 120+ knots per sq inch) for accurate duties