Handwoven Persian Wool Karamanie Rug from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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