About HS Code 570249
This HS code applies to "made up" (finished) woven carpets and textile floor coverings with a pile construction, crafted from textile materials other than man-made fibers, wool, or fine animal hair. This typically includes finished rugs made from natural plant fibers such as cotton, jute, sisal, or coir. These products are sought after for their natural aesthetics, texture, and often eco-friendly appeal. Importers include specialty home goods stores, eco-conscious retailers, and interior designers. Exporters are often countries with abundant natural fiber resources and traditional weaving expertise. Important trade considerations include the fiber's sustainability, weave pattern, natural color variations, and any certifications related to organic or fair-trade production. The market for these goods often caters to consumers looking for rustic, bohemian, or minimalist design elements.
Products Under This Code
Finished jute area rugs, Sisal pile rugs, Cotton woven pile mats, Coir pile doormats, Hemp pile area rugs, Seagrass woven rugs (with pile), Abaca fiber pile carpets
Real World Examples
Pottery Barn Jute rugs, West Elm Sisal rugs, Crate & Barrel Cotton pile rugs, Safavieh Natural Fiber Collection, nuLOOM Jute & Cotton rugs
Common Misclassification
This code must be carefully distinguished from 570239, which covers the "not made up" (bulk material) versions of these natural fiber pile carpets. It's also important to ensure the "pile construction" is present, as flat-weave natural fiber rugs fall under 570299.
Products Classified Under 5702.49
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
India and Bangladesh are major exporters of these finished natural fiber pile carpets, with the USA and EU countries being significant importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 570249?
HS code 570249 covers: 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. This HS code applies to "made up" (finished) woven carpets and textile floor coverings with a pile construction, crafted from textile materials other than man-made fibers, wool, or fine animal hair. This typically includes finished rugs made from natural plant fibers such as cotton, jute, sisal, or coir. These products are sought after for their natural aesthetics, texture, and often eco-friendly appeal. Importers include specialty home goods stores, eco-conscious retailers, and interior designers. Exporters are often countries with abundant natural fiber resources and traditional weaving expertise. Important trade considerations include the fiber's sustainability, weave pattern, natural color variations, and any certifications related to organic or fair-trade production. The market for these goods often caters to consumers looking for rustic, bohemian, or minimalist design elements.
What products fall under HS code 570249?
Finished jute area rugs, Sisal pile rugs, Cotton woven pile mats, Coir pile doormats, Hemp pile area rugs, Seagrass woven rugs (with pile), Abaca fiber pile carpets
What are common misclassifications for HS code 570249?
This code must be carefully distinguished from 570239, which covers the "not made up" (bulk material) versions of these natural fiber pile carpets. It's also important to ensure the "pile construction" is present, as flat-weave natural fiber rugs fall under 570299.
How is HS code 570249 structured?
HS code 570249 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.