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
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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