Persian-Style Handwoven Wool Kilim from China
A flat-woven kilim rug crafted by hand from pure wool, inspired by Persian folklore patterns with slits in the weave for intricate motifs. Certified as a hand-loomed folklore product, it qualifies under HTS 5702.91.20.00 for woven, non-pile wool floor coverings not produced on power looms.
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
• Include folklore certification from recognized cultural authorities to substantiate the hand-loomed claim
• Document the weaving process with photos or videos showing no power-driven looms were used
• Watch for reclassification risks if blends exceed allowable non-wool fibers; test for pure wool composition