Cotton Dhurrie Flatweave Rug from China
A traditional flatwoven dhurrie rug crafted from 100% cotton, used as a decorative floor covering with textile surface exposed in use. Classified under HTS 5705.00.20.20 as an 'other' cotton textile floor covering, excluding knotted, woven, or tufted types. Its handwoven but flat structure distinguishes it from pile carpets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Declare exact construction method (flatwoven vs tufted) to avoid reclassification; include photos in entry docs
• Ensure no rubber backing, as it may imply underlay exclusion
• Pitfall: undervaluation based on handmade status