Tufted Polyester Area Rug from Germany
A tufted area rug made from polyester yarns, designed for residential flooring with a textile surface exposed during use. It falls under HTS 5703.39.20.90 as a tufted carpet of other man-made textile materials, not specifically wool, nylon, or acrylic. This classification applies to finished rugs not made up into larger coverings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify yarn composition to confirm man-made fibers exceed 85% for accurate classification; provide tufting method documentation
• Avoid mislabeling as nylon to prevent reclassification
• Ensure fire resistance labeling if for commercial use