Tufted Nylon Area Rug from Japan
A tufted area rug made from nylon or other polyamide fibers, designed for residential flooring with a woven backing. It falls under HTS 5703.29.20.90 as a tufted textile floor covering of polyamides, not specifically wool, cotton, or other excluded types. The exposed textile surface is nylon pile during use.
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
• Verify fiber content through lab testing to confirm nylon/polyamide composition and avoid misclassification
• Provide invoices detailing tufting method and backing material to customs for smooth clearance
• Ensure labeling complies with FTC standards for textile fiber content on consumer rugs