Merino Wool Prayer Rug from Japan
A fine Merino wool prayer rug with woven mihrab arch design for Islamic worship spaces, functioning as a portable floor covering. Under HTS 5705.00.20.15 as other wool textile floor covering despite religious purpose, with wool exposed surface. Hand-knotted by artisans.
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
• Include religious use declaration but emphasize floor covering function per Chapter note
• Source Merino with traceability; Australian origin qualifies for preferential tariffs
• Size under 6x4 ft typically; larger may face square meter duty calculations