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Handwoven Wool Kilim Runner from Japan

A flat-woven wool rug runner featuring geometric patterns typical of traditional kilim designs, handwoven without pile construction. It falls under HTS 5702.50.40.00 as a woven, not made up, floor covering of wool or fine animal hair, other than specific named types. The exposed textile surface qualifies it as a carpet per chapter notes.

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

• Verify 100% wool or fine animal hair content via lab tests to confirm classification under wool heading; blends over 20% man-made fiber shift to 5702.59

• Provide certificates of origin for handwoven claims, as GSP or preferential tariffs may apply for developing countries

• Ensure pieces are not 'made up' (e.g

• no finished edges or hems) to avoid reclassification to 5702.50.90; common pitfall with pre-trimmed rugs