Seagrass Rush Mat from Japan
A flat-woven mat from seagrass rushes, used as a natural fiber area rug with subtle texture. Under HTS 5705.00.20, it qualifies as an 'other' textile floor covering because processed seagrass functions as textile material on the exposed surface.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for vegetable materials to clear USDA inspection; measure precisely for quota applicability; distinguish from plaited mats via yarn spinning documentation