Flatwoven Cotton Kelem Mat from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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