Braided Jute Pile Mat from Japan
A small braided mat with woven jute pile, intended for entryways as a durable textile floor covering. Falls under HTS 5702.49.15.00 for its pile construction from jute, woven and made up, aligning with chapter notes excluding underlays. Provides rustic charm and dirt-trapping fibers.
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
• Include photos and weave specs in shipments to verify braided woven structure over knotted or tufted
• Ensure no rubber backing that could reclassify as a composite article outside pure textile rugs
• Batch test for jute dominance to sidestep 'other materials' subheadings