Acrylic Berber Pile Carpet Runner from Japan
A narrow runner rug with looped Berber-style pile woven from acrylic man-made fibers, used in hallways with durable exposed textile surface. Fits HTS 5702.42.20.80 as other made-up pile construction carpets of man-made textiles, woven not tufted. Provides slip-resistant traction in high-use areas.
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 weave analysis if loops are cut vs. looped to confirm non-flocked status
• Bundle with care instructions and flammability certs for residential import compliance
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as 'oriental style' which could invoke specific subheadings