Handmade Wool Needlepoint Rug from Japan
A handmade rug featuring intricate needlepoint designs stitched on a wool canvas backing, using fine wool yarns for the exposed surface. It falls under HTS 5705.00.20.05 as a needlepoint carpet of wool or fine animal hair, where textile materials form the visible floor covering surface. This classification applies specifically to needlepoint articles intended as floor coverings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% and obtain a laboratory test report for fiber composition to meet Chapter 57 requirements
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'needlepoint' construction and dimensions to avoid misclassification as knotted carpets
• Ensure labeling indicates country of origin and care instructions, as needlepoint items often require dry cleaning