Hand-Knotted Jute Prayer Rug

A traditional prayer rug hand-knotted from natural jute fibers, featuring geometric Islamic motifs and a directional weave for worship use. Classified under HTS 5701.90.20.90 as a knotted textile floor covering of other materials (vegetable fibers like jute), with exposed textile surface. Though intended for prayer, its characteristics match textile floor coverings per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5704.90.01Same rate: 35%

If woven, not knotted

Woven jute floor coverings fall under 5704, as weaving changes the production method heading.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 35%

If sized under 40x60 cm as a small mat

Small knotted mats for other uses classify as 'made up articles' in Chapter 63, not floor coverings.

5702.50.40Higher: 41.3% vs 35%

If containing over 20% wool

Blends with significant wool content move to wool-specific knotted carpet subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document the religious purpose but emphasize floor covering traits to prevent reclassification; include photos of knotting

Ensure jute content exceeds 50% for 'other textile' status; bulk shipments require humidity control certificates

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