Hand-Hooked Wool Area Rug from Japan
A decorative area rug hand-hooked from 100% wool yarn, featuring intricate patterns on a woven backing. It falls under HTS 5705.00.20.90 as an 'other' textile floor covering with textile materials as the exposed surface, not classified as knotted, tufted, or machine-woven. Ideal for living rooms or bedrooms.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests for wool purity to meet Chapter 57 labeling requirements and avoid misclassification
• Include detailed manufacturing process documentation, as hand-hooked rugs must distinguish from tufted under 5702