Sheepskin-Like Wool Shag Rug from Japan
A shag-style woven wool rug with long, plush pile resembling natural sheepskin, ideal for cozy living spaces. Falls under HTS 5702.41.20.00 for its made-up pile construction from wool or fine animal hair. Textile materials form the exposed floor surface per Chapter 57 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests for wool purity; synthetics blended over limits reclassify to 5702.49
• Declare fringe and binding as integral; detachable parts risk parts classification
• Watch for moisture content declarations—wool rugs often flagged for pest risks