Beauvais Woven Aubusson-Style Tapestry from Germany
Hand-woven Beauvais tapestry replicating Aubusson designs with pastoral scenes in vibrant dyed wools. Falls under HTS 5805.00.40 as 'and the like' hand-woven tapestries of named types, emphasizing artisanal low-density looms.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Use expert appraisals for authenticity to prevent downgrading to generic woven fabrics
• Document low loom density (under 20 warps/cm) distinguishing from power-loom products
• Ensure no metal threads, which would invoke 5809 inclusions