Hand-Knotted Jute Prayer Rug from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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