HS Code for Carpets
Carpets and other textile floor coverings are classified under HS code 570500 when they do not meet the specific manufacturing criteria of the preceding headings in Chapter 57. Chapter 57 is dedicated to textile floor coverings, where classification is strictly based on the method of construction. Heading 5701 is for knotted carpets, 5702 for woven carpets, 5703 for tufted carpets, and 5704 for carpets made of felt. Consequently, HS code 570500 acts as a residual category for floor coverings made by other techniques, such as those produced by bonding textile fibers with an adhesive or needle-loomed products that do not qualify as felt under 5704. The classification requires the product to have a textile surface that serves as the exposed wear surface when in use. This code is essential for modern composite textile floorings that utilize non-traditional bonding methods. The material composition is usually a mix of synthetic or natural fibers, but the defining factor for 570500 is the assembly method rather than the fiber type itself.
Products Included
- Bonded textile floor coverings
- Needle-loom carpets not elsewhere specified
- Non-woven textile mats with adhesive backing
- Flocked textile floor coverings
- Braided textile rugs
- Textile mats produced by heat-bonding fibers
Common Misclassification
A common misclassification occurs with HS code 5703, which covers tufted carpets. Many importers assume all machine-made carpets are tufted, but if the fibers are bonded rather than tufted through a substrate, 570500 applies. Additionally, plastic floor coverings are often confused with textile carpets; however, if the wear surface is PVC or vinyl, the product must be classified under HS code 3918.
FAQ
What is the HS code for carpets?
While carpets are spread across Chapter 57, HS code 570500 is used for those not knotted, woven, tufted, or made of felt.
Does this code include bathroom mats?
Yes, if the bathroom mat is made of textile material and produced via bonding or other non-specified methods, it falls under 570500.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Carpets?
The HS code for Carpets is 570500 (Carpets and other textile floor coverings; n.e.c. in chapter 57, whether or not made up).
How do I classify Carpets for customs?
Carpets is classified under HS code 570500 — Carpets and other textile floor coverings; n.e.c. in chapter 57, whether or not made up. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Carpets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 570500 for Carpets is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.