5805.00.10.00/Gobelins Hand-Woven Aubusson Tapestry/Japan

Gobelins Hand-Woven Aubusson Tapestry from Japan

This luxurious hand-woven tapestry in the traditional Aubusson style features intricate floral and pastoral scenes, crafted entirely by hand using fine wool yarns on a loom. It is designed exclusively as a wall hanging and valued over $215 per square meter due to its museum-quality craftsmanship and historical replication. Classified under HTS 5805.00.10.00 as a hand-woven tapestry fit only for wall hanging use.

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

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Import Tips

• Provide certificates of hand-weaving origin and independent valuation reports confirming value exceeds $215 per square meter to avoid reclassification

• Ensure declaration specifies 'fit only for wall hangings' with photos or design details; multifunctional items risk shifting to Chapter 63

• Comply with textile fiber content labeling under FTC rules and verify no machine-woven elements to prevent duty disputes