Handwoven Persian Wool Karamanie Rug from Germany
A traditional handwoven Karamanie rug made primarily from wool or fine animal hair, featuring intricate patterns typical of Persian designs. It falls under HTS 5702.10.90.10 as a 'Karamanie' style handwoven rug of wool, with textile materials as the exposed surface for floor covering use. Not tufted or flocked, and classified as 'other' within this subheading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% via lab testing for accurate classification under wool-specific subheading
• Provide certificates of hand-weaving origin to distinguish from machine-made rugs and avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling indicates 'handwoven' and fiber composition to comply with FTC and customs fiber rules