HS Code for Flat woven wool carpets
Flat woven wool carpets are classified under HS code 5702.91 based on their fiber content and weaving method. According to the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI), products are classified by their essential character. For these carpets, the essential character is provided by the wool or fine animal hair fibers. Heading 5702 excludes tufted or flocked floor coverings, focusing instead on traditional weaving. Subheading 5702.91 is reserved for those items made of wool or fine animal hair that do not feature a pile surface. Unlike hand-knotted rugs (5701) or tufted carpets (5703), these are flat-weave textiles where the design is integrated into the structure of the fabric itself. The term \"made up\" in the description refers to the fact that these items are usually finished with fringes, hems, or borders, making them ready for use as floor coverings immediately upon importation.
Products Included
- Hand-woven wool flat rugs
- Woolen kilims (not classified under 5702.10)
- Fine animal hair floor runners (woven, no pile)
- Woolen soumaks (not classified under 5702.10)
- Reversible woven wool floor mats
Common Misclassification
A common error is classifying these under 5702.10, which specifically covers \"Kelem, Schumacks, Karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs.\" While many flat-woven wool rugs are kilims, only those meeting the specific historical and technical definitions of 5702.10 should go there; others default to 5702.91. Another confusion arises with 5701.10, which is for carpets that are knotted (hand-tied), or 5703.10, which covers wool carpets that are tufted rather than woven.
FAQ
What is the HS code for flat woven wool carpets?
The standard HS code for woven wool or fine animal hair carpets without pile construction is 5702.91.
How does 5702.91 differ from 5701.10?
HS code 5701.10 is for carpets that are knotted (hand-knotted or machine-knotted), whereas 5702.91 is for carpets that are woven without knots and without a pile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Flat woven wool carpets?
The HS code for Flat woven wool carpets is 570291 (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).
How do I classify Flat woven wool carpets for customs?
Flat woven wool carpets is classified under HS code 570291 — 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. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Flat woven wool carpets the same in all countries?
The base HS code 570291 for Flat woven wool 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.