Woven Jute Area Rug from China
A handwoven rug made from natural jute fibers, featuring flat weave construction without pile, designed for indoor floor covering. It falls under HTS 5702.99.20.00 as a made-up woven textile floor covering of other textile materials (jute), not tufted or flocked. The exposed textile surface meets the chapter definition for carpets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify jute content exceeds 50% for accurate classification; provide lab test reports if blended with synthetics
• Ensure 'made up' status with finished edges or binding to avoid parts classification under 5702.90
• Label as floor covering to comply with chapter notes excluding underlays; watch for customs reclassification to Chapter 53 if seen as matting