Hand-knotted Afghan Schumacks Wool Rug from China
A robust handwoven Schumacks rug from Afghanistan using fine wool, characterized by bold tribal patterns and kilim-style weaving. It qualifies for HTS 5702.10.90.10 as a 'Schumacks' handwoven rug of wool or fine animal hair, functioning as a textile floor covering. Woven construction without tufting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis to confirm wool or fine hair dominance per statistical suffix (465)
• Include photos and weaving specs in entry docs to support handwoven claim against cheaper imitations
• Watch for undervaluation audits on high-value tribal rugs; accurate appraisals prevent penalties