Karamanie Cotton Hand-Knotted Area Rug from Japan
A handwoven Karamanie rug crafted from cotton yarns, featuring intricate Persian-inspired patterns in a flatweave style. It is classified in HTS 5702.10.90.20 as a 'Karamanie' or similar handwoven cotton rug, with textile cotton as the exposed floor surface per chapter definition. Excludes tufting or flocking processes.
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
• Include weaver certifications to prove 'handwoven' status, avoiding shift to power-loomed 5702.51
• Label with country of origin and cotton content; U.S
• Customs requires precise fiber breakdowns
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain handwoven imports—check current HTS updates