Hand-Hooked Wool Oriental Rug from Germany
This hand-hooked rug features intricate Oriental patterns with tufts of wool or fine animal hair inserted and knotted by hand tool, creating a plush pile surface. It serves as a textile floor covering with exposed wool fibers in use. Classified under HTS 5701.10.40.00 due to its hand-hooked construction and wool material.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide certificates verifying hand-hooked construction and wool/fine animal hair content to avoid misclassification as machine-made
• Include detailed photos or artisan affidavits showing hand tool usage during knotting process for CBP verification
• Ensure labeling indicates 'hand-hooked' to comply with textile marking rules and prevent duty disputes