Product classification

HS code for Hand-knotted rugs: 5701.10

Carpets and other textile floor coverings, knotted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up.

Classification of hand-knotted rugs under HS 5701.10

Hand-knotted rugs are classified under HS code 5701.10 because they are textile floor coverings where the pile is formed by individual threads being knotted by hand around the warp threads. This specific subheading is reserved for carpets made of wool or fine animal hair. The classification process involves a technical examination of the rug's construction; in a hand-knotted piece, the knots are visible on the reverse side, and the density of these knots often determines the quality and value of the item. According to the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, products are classified based on their material composition and their method of manufacture. Since these rugs are constructed using the labor-intensive knotting method and are composed of wool or fine animal hair, they fall squarely into the 5701.10 subheading. This classification remains consistent regardless of whether the rug is finished with fringes or binding, or if it is imported in rolls or as individual pieces. The distinction is vital for customs authorities to differentiate between high-value artisanal products and mass-produced alternatives.

Covers
  • Hand-knotted Persian wool rugs
  • Oriental hand-knotted carpets made of fine animal hair
  • Traditional tribal knotted rugs with wool pile
  • Hand-knotted runners and area rugs of wool
  • Antique hand-knotted wool floor coverings
Also under 5701.10
  • Safavieh Hand-Knotted Wool Rugs
  • Jaipur Living Hand-Knotted Rugs
  • Nourison Heritage Collection
  • Pottery Barn Hand-Knotted Rugs
  • Restoration Hardware Hand-Knotted Rugs

Codes often confused with 5701.10

Common mistake. Hand-knotted rugs are frequently confused with hand-woven rugs classified under 5702.10. The primary difference lies in the construction: 5701.10 requires a knotted pile, whereas 5702.10 covers flat-weave rugs like Kilims which have no pile. Another common error is using 5703.10, which is for tufted carpets. Tufted rugs are made by pushing yarn through a primary backing rather than knotting it around the warp, a much faster and less durable process. Additionally, if the rug is made of silk or synthetic fibers, it must be moved to 5701.90, as 5701.10 is strictly for wool or fine animal hair.

5702.10Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, including kelem, schumacks, karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs5703.10Carpets and other textile floor coverings (including turf); tufted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up5701.90Carpets and other textile floor coverings; knotted, of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair), whether or not made up

Top exporters and importers of HS 570110 (the code used for hand-knotted rugs), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 570110 (the code used for hand-knotted rugs) in UN Comtrade data was India, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 49% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 570110, not only hand-knotted rugs.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 India $213M
  2. 2 Nepal* ~$64M
  3. 3 Pakistan $48M

World total: $628M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $274M
  2. 2 Germany $32M
  3. 3 United Kingdom $27M

World total: $556M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

How these figures are built

109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).

Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.

Brazil NCM codes for hand-knotted rugs

Brazil splits HS 5701.10 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about hand-knotted rugs

What is the HS code for Hand-knotted rugs?

The HS code for Hand-knotted rugs is 570110 (Carpets and other textile floor coverings; knotted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up).

How do I classify Hand-knotted rugs for customs?

Hand-knotted rugs is classified under HS code 570110 — Carpets and other textile floor coverings; knotted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for hand-knotted wool rugs?

The specific HS code for hand-knotted rugs made of wool or fine animal hair is 5701.10. This code is used globally to identify carpets where the pile is manually knotted.

How do I distinguish between knotted and tufted rugs for customs?

To distinguish them, inspect the back of the rug. In a hand-knotted rug (5701.10), the individual knots are visible and form the pattern. In a tufted rug (5703.10), you will usually see a canvas or latex backing covering the stitches.

Which countries are the top exporters of hand-knotted rugs (HS 570110)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 570110 (the code used for hand-knotted rugs) in UN Comtrade data were India ($213M, 34% of world exports), Nepal (about $64M) and Pakistan ($48M). World exports came to about $628M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Which countries are the top importers of hand-knotted rugs (HS 570110)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 570110 (the code used for hand-knotted rugs) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($274M, 49% of world imports), Germany ($32M) and the United Kingdom ($27M). World imports came to about $556M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.

Is the HS code for Hand-knotted rugs the same in all countries?

The base HS code 570110 for Hand-knotted rugs is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for hand-knotted rugs in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 570110 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for hand-knotted rugs depends on the product's details: 5701.10.11 (Hand-made knotted wool carpets), 5701.10.12 (Machine-made knotted wool carpets), 5701.10.20 (Knotted carpets of fine animal hair).