Office Modular Felt Tiles from Japan
Interlocking 60x60 cm (0.36 m² adjusted to fit) felt tiles for commercial office spaces, made from recycled synthetics. Classifies under HTS 5704.10.00 as small felt textile floor tiles, not tufted, with exposed textile surface for Chapter 57. Enhances acoustics and aesthetics.
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
• For commercial imports, prepare end-use certificates specifying office flooring to affirm classification
• Ensure no tufting machinery traces; pure felt process is key to avoiding 5703
• Bulk shipments should be invoiced per tile count to prevent 'made up' misinterpretation