Tufted Polyamide Prayer Rug from Japan
A tufted prayer rug made from polyamide nylon with traditional patterns for religious use. Under HTS 5703.29.20.90 as other tufted polyamide textile floor covering, even for non-standard floor purpose per chapter notes.
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
• Describe as floor covering, not apparel, to avoid Chapter 62
• Provide cultural use context if challenged on 'floor' definition
• Ensure motifs don't violate cultural sensitivity import rules