Cotton Chenille Area Rug from Japan
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 — 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
• Specify chenille yarn type in invoices; test flammability for residential use compliance
• Pitfall: confusing with synthetic chenille under 5705.00.40