Braided Coir Pile Mat from Japan
A small entryway mat braided from coir fibers with a woven pile top surface for trapping dirt. Coconut fibers form the exposed textile pile in use as a floor covering. Under HTS 5702.20.10.00 for its hand-braided woven pile construction of coir, akin to Schumacks rugs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document braiding/weaving process photos to substantiate classification against flat mat alternatives
• Avoid retail packaging with non-textile underlays, as chapter excludes floor covering underlays
• Check for country-specific coir import restrictions due to pest concerns and prepare quarantine certificates