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Handwoven Cotton Kilim Rug from China

A flatwoven cotton rug known as 'Kelem' or Kilim, featuring intricate geometric patterns typical of traditional handloom techniques. It falls under HTS 5702.49.10 as a woven, pile construction carpet of cotton that is made up for retail use, with textile materials forming the exposed surface. This classification applies specifically to handwoven rugs like Kelem from this chapter.

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

Verify the rug is fully made up (bound edges, finished) and document cotton content exceeding 85% via lab tests to avoid reclassification

Provide certificates of origin for handwoven claims, as this affects duty rates; common pitfall is incomplete weaving documentation

Label clearly as 'cotton floor covering' and ensure no underlay padding to stay within Chapter 57 scope