Certified Hand-Loomed Persian Kelem Rug from Canada
A traditional hand-loomed Kelem rug from Persia, featuring flat-woven wool construction with intricate geometric patterns. Certified as hand-loomed and folklore product under HTS 5702.10.10.00 due to its artisanal weaving technique and cultural heritage design. Textile materials form the exposed surface, qualifying as a woven floor covering.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain official certification proving hand-loomed and folklore origin to qualify for this subheading; lack of documentation shifts to higher-duty codes
• Provide detailed invoices specifying weave type (flat-woven Kelem) and cultural provenance to prevent reclassification as machine-made