Flatwoven Cotton Kelem Mat from Germany
Kelem mat handcrafted from cotton yarns on traditional looms, displaying intricate kilim-like motifs for floor use. Exposed textile surface defines it as a Chapter 57 article. HTS 5702.99.05.00 captures its cotton, non-pile, handwoven, made-up status.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.8%
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
Import Tips
• Provide country-of-origin certificates highlighting handloom cooperatives
• Mark invoices with 'handwoven, not power-driven loom' to guide CBP classification
• Budget for potential fiber testing fees at entry