Flatwoven Cotton Kelem Mat from Japan
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 — 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
• 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