Flatweave Wool Kelem Carpet Blank from Japan
Flatwoven Kelem carpet blank of wool pile construction, unfinished for floor applications. Classified HTS 5702.31.20.00 as Kelem wool pile not made up. Textile surface exposed per chapter scope.
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
• Ensure manifests specify 'pile construction' to match hierarchy
• Avoid overstating value; use transaction records for appraisal
• Comply with UFLPA if from high-risk regions for forced labor checks