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Handwoven Cotton Kilim Runner from Japan

A flat-woven cotton kilim runner, hand-loomed without power-driven machinery, featuring geometric patterns typical of traditional Turkish or Middle Eastern designs. It serves as a durable textile floor covering with cotton as the exposed surface. Classified under HTS 5702.99.05.00 due to its woven construction, cotton material, and handwoven nature not using a power-driven loom.

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

• Verify handwoven origin with certificates from artisans or suppliers to confirm no power-driven loom use, as required for this subheading

• Label fiber content accurately as 100% cotton and provide weave structure details to avoid reclassification to power-loomed items

• Check for prohibited dyes or chemicals under textile import regulations to prevent holds at customs