Sisal Pile Area Rug Blank from Germany
Unfinished woven sisal fiber pile rug blank with cut pile loops on a jute backing, intended for wall-to-wall flooring. It matches HTS 5702.39.20.90 as a non-cotton, non-wool pile weave not made up, with textile materials as the exposed surface.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain botanical certificates for sisal to confirm vegetable fiber status excluding cotton
• Document 'not made up' status with photos showing raw edges to prevent duty upgrades
• Comply with flammability standards for floor coverings; non-compliance leads to CBP holds