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Polyester Area Rug Shag from Germany

A plush shag-style area rug constructed from cut-pile polyester fibers, suitable for living rooms and hallways. Classified under HTS 5705.00.20.30 because it is an 'other' textile floor covering of man-made fibers with exposed textile surface during use. Not tufted on backing or knotted, distinguishing it from earlier headings.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label fiber content precisely as polyester to prevent disputes over synthetic blends

• Provide origin certificates if from high-tariff countries like China

• Ensure rugs are not pre-installed to avoid 'made up' misclassification