Handwoven Wool Kelem Rug from China
A traditional handwoven Kelem rug made from wool pile construction, featuring flatwoven patterns with exposed textile surface for floor use. Classified under HTS 5702.31.20.00 as 'Kelem' style of wool pile, not made up into finished form. It serves as a floor covering with textile materials exposed during use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% for Chapter 57 classification; obtain lab tests to confirm fiber composition
• Provide certificates of origin for preferential duty treatment under free trade agreements like USMCA
• Avoid misclassification as made-up rugs by ensuring no finished edging or backing is applied