Hand-Knotted Hemp Prayer Rug from Japan
Traditional prayer rug hand-knotted with hemp pile for durability and eco-friendliness, featuring intricate Islamic patterns. Falls under HTS 5701.90.10.90 as a knotted textile floor covering of other materials (hemp vegetable fiber). Exposed pile surface aligns with Chapter 57 scope, even for prayer use.
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
• Document knotting process and material sourcing to distinguish from machine-made imitations
• Label with country of origin and fiber content per FTC rules to prevent CBP holds
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'mat' if over 6 sq ft, as size doesn't affect knotted classification