Handloomed Cotton Prayer Rug from Japan
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 — 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
• 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