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Hand-Knotted Wool Persian Tabriz Carpet from Japan

This luxurious hand-knotted carpet from Iran features intricate floral patterns in pure wool pile on a wool foundation, measuring approximately 8x10 feet. It falls under HTS 5701.10.90.00 as a knotted carpet of wool or fine animal hair, not specifically the Aubusson or Wilton types. The exposed wool surface qualifies it as a textile floor covering per Chapter 57 notes.

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

• Verify authenticity with certificates of origin for preferential duty treatment under trade agreements like those with Turkey or certain Middle Eastern countries

• Ensure proper labeling of fiber content (100% wool) and country of origin to comply with FTC and CBP regulations

• Avoid misclassification as machine-made by providing knot density documentation; common pitfall is undervaluation leading to audits