Cotton Knotted Prayer Rug from Germany
A traditional prayer rug hand-knotted from cotton with mihrab arch and lamp motifs, sized for personal use. Falls under HTS 5701.90.20.20 as a knotted cotton floor covering despite cultural purpose, with textile surface exposed in use. Soft pile suits daily rituals.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Note religious use in commercial invoice but emphasize floor covering function to stay in 5701
• Comply with Lacey Act if any vegetable dyes used; declare materials fully
• Avoid sets with mats; separate classification prevents set valuation issues