Cotton Chenille Area Rug from Germany
An area rug featuring cotton chenille yarns for a soft, velvety pile exposed as the floor surface. It is classified under HTS 5705.00.20.20 for other non-woven, non-tufted cotton textile floor coverings. Chenille construction provides unique texture without standard tufting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify chenille yarn type in invoices; test flammability for residential use compliance
• Pitfall: confusing with synthetic chenille under 5705.00.40