Nylon Kelem-Style Rug from Japan
Handwoven flat rug in Kelem style using nylon yarns, serving as a textile floor covering with exposed textile surface. Classified under HTS 5702.50.52.00 for other woven, non-pile, man-made material rugs not made up, including traditional styles like Kelem.
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 production records showing handweaving process to qualify under 'Kelem and similar' provisions
• Label clearly as unfinished to prevent CBP assessing as made-up under higher subheadings
• Check for flocking or tufting elements, which would reclassify to 5703.xx