HS Code Subheading

Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20

5702.42 Subheading
Section XI — Textiles and textile articles

About HS Code 570242

This category covers woven carpets and textile floor coverings that are "made up" (finished products like area rugs or fitted carpets), constructed with a pile, and manufactured from man-made textile materials. These products offer a balance of durability, stain resistance, and affordability, making them popular for both residential and commercial applications. Importers include large retail chains, home improvement stores, and online flooring distributors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing capabilities and access to synthetic fiber production. Key trade considerations include the specific synthetic fiber used (e.g., nylon, polyester, polypropylene), pile height and density, backing type, and compliance with various performance standards such as wear resistance and flammability ratings. The market is highly competitive, driven by consumer trends and technological advancements in fiber and weaving.

Products Under This Code

Synthetic area rugs, Machine-made polypropylene carpets, Nylon pile fitted carpets, Polyester shag rugs, Acrylic woven rugs, Viscose pile area rugs, Olefin outdoor rugs

Real World Examples

Ruggable (synthetic woven pile), Mohawk Home area rugs, Shaw Floors synthetic rugs, Oriental Weavers synthetic carpets, Surya synthetic pile rugs

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 570232, which describes the "not made up" (bulk roll) versions of similar man-made pile carpets. Care must also be taken to distinguish from tufted synthetic carpets found in other 5703 subheadings.

Products Classified Under 5702.42

Synthetic pile carpetsWoven synthetic rugs

Related Codes

5702.10 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, including kelem, schumacks, karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs 5702.20 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, of coconut fibres (coir) 5702.31 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of wool or fine animal hair, of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.32 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.39 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of textile materials (other than man-made, wool or fine animal hair), of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.41 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of wool or fine animal hair, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.49 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of textile materials (other than man-made, wool or fine animal hair), of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.50 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), not of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.91 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of wool or fine animal hair, (not of pile construction), made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20 5702.92 Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, (not of pile construction), made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20

Industry

This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.

Trade Overview

China and Turkey are leading exporters of these finished man-made pile carpets, with the USA and UK being primary importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 570242?

HS code 570242 covers: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), of man-made textile materials, of pile construction, made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20. This category covers woven carpets and textile floor coverings that are "made up" (finished products like area rugs or fitted carpets), constructed with a pile, and manufactured from man-made textile materials. These products offer a balance of durability, stain resistance, and affordability, making them popular for both residential and commercial applications. Importers include large retail chains, home improvement stores, and online flooring distributors. Exporters are typically countries with advanced textile manufacturing capabilities and access to synthetic fiber production. Key trade considerations include the specific synthetic fiber used (e.g., nylon, polyester, polypropylene), pile height and density, backing type, and compliance with various performance standards such as wear resistance and flammability ratings. The market is highly competitive, driven by consumer trends and technological advancements in fiber and weaving.

What products fall under HS code 570242?

Synthetic area rugs, Machine-made polypropylene carpets, Nylon pile fitted carpets, Polyester shag rugs, Acrylic woven rugs, Viscose pile area rugs, Olefin outdoor rugs

What are common misclassifications for HS code 570242?

This code is often confused with 570232, which describes the "not made up" (bulk roll) versions of similar man-made pile carpets. Care must also be taken to distinguish from tufted synthetic carpets found in other 5703 subheadings.

How is HS code 570242 structured?

HS code 570242 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (57) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.