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Karamanie Wool Pile Rug Blank from Japan

Unfinished Karamanie handwoven rug of wool pile, similar to Persian styles, provided as loom-state fabric for tailors. HTS 5702.31.20.00 covers 'Karamanie and similar' wool pile not made up, with textile surface for floors. Excludes underlays.

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

• Use detailed commercial invoices noting 'pile construction, not made up' to prevent customs disputes

• Ensure no rubber backing, as that could classify as finished or underlay-excluded item

• Prepare for random fiber testing; maintain supplier certifications for fine animal hair