Woven Jute and Hemp Blend Runner from China
A long pile runner rug woven from jute and hemp fibers, ideal for hallways with durable textile surface exposure. Fits HTS 5702.49.20.00 as 'other' textile material (vegetable fibers beyond cotton), pile construction, made up, and woven—not tufted. Chapter notes confirm textile floor covering status.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis; blends over 50% jute stay 'other,' but cotton mixes shift headings
• Document 'pile construction' with photos/specs; flatweaves may classify under 5702.49.40.00
• Check for underlay attachment—chapter excludes floor covering underlays