Artisanal Polyester Shag Pile Rug from China
This shag-style rug uses looped and cut polyester pile, handwoven on traditional looms for a plush texture. It qualifies for HTS 5702.42.2020 due to its pile construction, man-made textile materials, woven nature, made-up form, and exclusion of power-driven looms, serving as a textile floor covering per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests or lab analysis for polyester confirmation, as blends over 20% other fibers may alter classification
• Declare as 'handwoven' only with evidence; CBP often challenges this for high-volume imports
• For retail packaging, ensure it's not seen as a set with pads, which could invoke floor covering underlay exclusions