Rayon Tufted Scatter Rug from Japan
Small tufted scatter rug woven from rayon (viscose) yarns, used to accent floors with a soft textile pile surface. Falls under HTS 5703.90.00.00 for tufted carpets of other textile materials, as rayon is classified separately from wool/cotton. Meets chapter definition for textile floor coverings.
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
• Obtain mill test certificates for rayon content to differentiate from cellulosic filament rugs
• Ensure rugs are 'made up' with finished edges to qualify under 5703, not unfinished fabric
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain rayon textiles from specific countries