Hand-Knotted Wool Silk Blend Persian Rug from Canada

This luxurious Persian-style area rug features intricate hand-knotted pile using a blend of wool and silk yarns, creating a durable yet elegant floor covering with textile materials as the exposed surface. Classified under HTS 5701.90.10.10 because it is hand-knotted with pile inserted during weaving using other textile materials (primarily wool with silk accents), fitting Chapter 57's definition of knotted textile floor coverings. It is designed for residential flooring use.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Obtain a detailed certificate from the manufacturer verifying hand-knotting process and fiber composition to support classification claims during customs inspection

Ensure accurate labeling of country of origin and material content (e.g

wool/silk percentages) as per FTC guidelines to prevent misclassification penalties

Watch for common pitfalls like undervaluation; declare full retail value and provide invoices showing hand-knotting labor costs for proper duty assessment