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Handwoven Persian Wool Area Rug

This handwoven Persian-style area rug is crafted from pure wool or fine animal hair on a traditional loom, featuring intricate patterns typical of authentic Oriental rugs. It falls under HTS 5702.91.30.00 as a woven, non-pile floor covering made up for use, not produced on a power-driven loom. The exposed textile surface qualifies it as a textile floor covering per Chapter 57 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.3%+37.5%41.8%
🇲🇽Mexico4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇨🇦Canada4.3%+10.0%14.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5702Same rate: 41.8%

If produced on a power-driven loom

Power-loomed wool rugs shift to 5702.51, as the heading specifies machine-woven vs. handwoven.

5703Lower: 16.3% vs 41.8%

If tufted construction

Tufted wool floor coverings fall under Chapter 57 heading 5703, excluding woven types.

5910.00.10Lower: 41.5% vs 41.8%

If designed for theater stage use

Floor coverings with textile surface for non-floor purposes like stages are classified under transmission belting materials.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify authenticity with certificates of handloom origin to avoid misclassification as power-loomed under 5702.51

• Ensure detailed fiber content labeling (wool percentage) and comply with flammability standards for floor coverings