Cashmere-Wool Blend Prayer Rug from Japan
A finely woven prayer rug blending cashmere (fine hair) and wool with pile construction, complete with fringe for ritual use. Under HTS 5702.41.20.00 as made-up 'other' wool/fine hair pile carpet. Functions as textile floor covering despite cultural purpose.
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
• Cultural items need usage affidavits to confirm floor covering vs. apparel accessory
• Fine hair blends demand quantitative analysis reports
• Prayer rugs often audited for size standards (e.g
• 2x3 ft min)