HS Code for Coconut fiber rugs

Coconut fiber rugs, commonly known as coir rugs, are classified under HS code 5702.20. Chapter 57 covers carpets and other textile floor coverings. Heading 5702 specifically addresses woven carpets and floor coverings that are not tufted or flocked. Within this heading, subheading 5702.20 is a specific provision for floor coverings made of coconut fibers (coir). The classification is determined by the material composition and the method of construction. To fall under this code, the rug must be primarily composed of coir yarn and must be produced through a weaving process. This includes both simple hand-woven mats and more complex machine-woven runners. The presence of a backing, such as latex or PVC, does not necessarily change the classification as long as the essential character of the item is a woven textile floor covering of coir. This follows GRI 1 and 3(b), where the coir fiber provides the essential character of the product. The specificity of 5702.20 ensures that these natural fiber products are distinguished from synthetic or wool woven rugs.

Products Included

• Woven coir doormats
• Coconut fiber area rugs
• Coir hallway runners
• Hand-loomed coconut fiber mats

Common Misclassification

Coconut fiber rugs are often misclassified under 5703.90, which covers tufted carpets of other textile materials. If the coir fibers are inserted into a pre-existing base (tufted) rather than woven together, 5703 is correct. They are also sometimes confused with 4601.21, which covers mats and plaiting of vegetable materials like bamboo or rattan, but coir is specifically treated as a textile fiber in Chapter 57.

FAQ

What is the HS code for coconut fiber rugs?

The HS code for woven coconut fiber (coir) rugs and mats is 5702.20.

Does this code include rubber-backed mats?

Yes, as long as the top surface is woven coir and it functions as a textile floor covering, it is generally classified under 5702.20.