Synthetic Acrylic Oriental Area Rug from Japan
A high-pile hand-knotted area rug made entirely from acrylic man-made fibers, replicating classic Oriental designs for bedroom use. Classified under HTS 5701.90.20.30 due to its knotted construction and man-made textile surface exposed in use. Its fade-resistant properties make it ideal for high-traffic areas.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide detailed manufacturing specs showing hand-knotting process to differentiate from tufted products
• Label with exact man-made fiber type (e.g
• acrylic) and country of origin for HTS compliance
• Watch for undervaluation issues; appraise based on comparable wool rug markets adjusted for synthetics