Handloomed Cotton Prayer Rug from China
A rectangular handloomed cotton pile rug designed for prayer use, featuring mihrab arch weave and tassels. Classifies under HTS 5702.49.10 as a woven cotton floor covering of pile construction, made up with exposed textile surface per chapter notes. Traditional style but tariffed as general rug.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document religious use if applicable for exemptions, but default to floor covering tariff
• Ensure fringes are cotton-integrated, not added, to maintain classification
• Avoid bulk packing; individual wrapping prevents damage claims