Hand-Hooked Viscose Oriental-Style Carpet from Germany
Imitating traditional Oriental designs, this carpet has viscose (rayon) tufts hand-hooked and knotted for a luxurious sheen and pile. HTS 5701.90.20.10 applies as viscose is an 'other textile material' with the required manual knotting process ensuring textile surface exposure. Suitable for formal dining areas.
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
• Test for rayon burn characteristics if customs questions fiber ID, as mislabeling leads to penalties
• Declare pattern intricacy to support hand-hooked claim, backed by production videos if possible
• Insure against dye bleeding claims, common with viscose during customs inspections