Polypropylene Pile Rug Underlay from Japan
Woven pile fabric from polypropylene used as cushioned underlay for area rugs. Falls under HTS 5801.90.20 for other textile materials' pile fabrics, with pile providing grip and cushioning. Excludes backed floor coverings.
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
• Document that it's unfinished without adhesive backing to stay in 5801 vs floor covering headings
• Test for exact material; polypropylene blends may require detailed composition certificates