Hand-knotted Rayon Chenille Prayer Rug from Japan
A traditional prayer rug with chenille pile from rayon yarns, knotted during weaving for a plush mihrab arch design. Under HTS 5701.90.10 for knotted construction of other textile materials, intended as a floor covering though usable otherwise, with exposed textile surface.
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
• Note cultural/religious intent in descriptions but emphasize floor covering use per Chapter 57 notes
• Verify chenille yarn twist prevents unraveling, with quality control certificates