Polypropylene Indoor-Outdoor Rug
A woven polypropylene rug designed for both indoor and outdoor patios, with UV-resistant man-made fibers forming the exposed surface. Falls under HTS 5705.00.20.30 for other man-made textile floor coverings intended for floor use despite multi-purpose claim. Chapter note includes such versatile articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 3.3% | +35.0% | 38.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 3.3% | +10.0% | 13.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plastic coated on top surface
Coated plastic floor coverings expose polymer, not textile, shifting to Chapter 39 per chapter exclusion.
If needle-punched or tufted
Needleloom or tufted construction, common for outdoor rugs, is classified in 5702 regardless of material.
If other vegetable fiber like sisal
Similar woven rugs from natural fibers like sisal go to Chapter 46 plaiting materials.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document UV/weathering tests to support floor covering classification over plastic sheeting
• Declare exact denier of polypropylene yarns for value assessment
• Separate from underlays by specifying top-surface exposure
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