Woven Hemp Oriental-Style Rug from Japan
Flat-woven rug mimicking oriental patterns using hemp yarns, made up without pile. It is covered by HTS 5702.99.20.00 for other made-up woven non-pile carpets of textile materials like hemp.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide fiber analysis if hemp blend exceeds cotton/man-made thresholds
• Document hand-woven status but classify based on material, not Kelem/Schumacks specifics
• Ensure no latex backing to avoid Chapter 39