Nylon Commercial Runner from Japan
A long, narrow nylon runner carpet for hallways in offices or hotels, made of man-made loop pile. Classified in HTS 5705.00.20.30 as other textile floor coverings of man-made fibers with exposed surface. Shape doesn't affect heading if floor use primary.
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 commercial end-use in entry summary to justify rates
• Ensure no rubber backing that could reclassify as composite
• Flame test certs often required for public spaces