About HS Code 570420
This HS code pertains to felt carpets and other textile floor coverings that are not tufted or flocked, and have a surface area greater than 0.3 square meters but not exceeding 1 square meter. These medium-sized felt coverings are often utilized in commercial settings, offices, or as area rugs in residential spaces where durability, sound absorption, and ease of maintenance are priorities. The felt material, frequently composed of synthetic fibers or blends, provides a robust and stable surface. Key exporters typically include countries with strong non-woven textile industries, such as Germany, Belgium, and China, catering to global markets, particularly in North America and Europe. Traders must carefully verify the "not tufted or flocked" characteristic and the precise surface area to ensure correct classification, differentiating it from smaller tiles or larger rolls and ensuring it meets the specific size criteria.
Products Under This Code
Felt area rugs (medium), felt floor mats (commercial), non-woven felt carpet squares, office felt floor coverings, sound-absorbing felt panels (floor), industrial felt floor sections, recycled felt floor mats
Real World Examples
IKEA (felt rugs), Forbo (felt floor coverings), Tarkett (felt-backed commercial), specific industrial felt manufacturers, custom felt floor pieces
Common Misclassification
This code is differentiated from 570410 by its larger surface area and from 570490 by its smaller surface area, making the size criterion critical for accurate classification. It's also distinct from tufted carpets (5703.xx).
Industry
This code belongs to the Textiles & Clothing industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, Belgium, and China are significant exporters, while the USA, France, and Canada are major importers of these medium-sized felt floor coverings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 570420?
HS code 570420 covers: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; of felt, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, having a maximum surface area exceeding 0.3 m2 but not exceeding 1 m2. This HS code pertains to felt carpets and other textile floor coverings that are not tufted or flocked, and have a surface area greater than 0.3 square meters but not exceeding 1 square meter. These medium-sized felt coverings are often utilized in commercial settings, offices, or as area rugs in residential spaces where durability, sound absorption, and ease of maintenance are priorities. The felt material, frequently composed of synthetic fibers or blends, provides a robust and stable surface. Key exporters typically include countries with strong non-woven textile industries, such as Germany, Belgium, and China, catering to global markets, particularly in North America and Europe. Traders must carefully verify the "not tufted or flocked" characteristic and the precise surface area to ensure correct classification, differentiating it from smaller tiles or larger rolls and ensuring it meets the specific size criteria.
What products fall under HS code 570420?
Felt area rugs (medium), felt floor mats (commercial), non-woven felt carpet squares, office felt floor coverings, sound-absorbing felt panels (floor), industrial felt floor sections, recycled felt floor mats
What are common misclassifications for HS code 570420?
This code is differentiated from 570410 by its larger surface area and from 570490 by its smaller surface area, making the size criterion critical for accurate classification. It's also distinct from tufted carpets (5703.xx).
How is HS code 570420 structured?
HS code 570420 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (57) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.