HS Code for Hand-woven rugs

Hand-woven rugs, specifically those identified as Kelem (Kilim), Schumacks, Karamanie, and similar flat-weaves, are classified under HS code 5702.10. Unlike knotted rugs, these items are produced by interlacing the warp and weft threads without a raised pile. Heading 5702 covers carpets and other textile floor coverings that are woven but not tufted or flocked. The subheading 5702.10 is a specific provision for these traditional hand-woven styles which are often reversible and characterized by their flat surface. The classification is based on the "woven" nature of the textile and the specific technical style of the weave. Customs officials look for the absence of knots and the specific interlacing pattern that defines these products. Even if these rugs are made of wool, their construction method (weaving vs. knotting) dictates their placement in 5702 rather than 5701. This code is particularly important for identifying traditional flat-woven textiles that carry significant cultural and commercial value in international trade.

Products Included

• Hand-woven Kilim (Kelem) rugs
• Soumak (Schumacks) flat-weave carpets
• Karamanie hand-woven floor coverings
• Dhurries (hand-woven flat rugs)
• Traditional reversible hand-woven wool rugs

Common Misclassification

Hand-woven rugs are most often misclassified under 5701.10, which is the code for hand-knotted rugs. While both are handmade, the technical construction is entirely different; 5701.10 requires knots, while 5702.10 is for flat-weaves. Another common error is using 5702.31, which covers machine-woven wool carpets. While 5702.31 also describes woven rugs, 5702.10 is the specific "preferred" subheading for the named varieties like Kilims and Schumacks, regardless of whether they are wool or other materials, due to their unique hand-woven nature.

FAQ

What is the HS code for a Kilim rug?

Kilim rugs are specifically classified under HS code 5702.10, which covers Kelem, Schumacks, Karamanie, and similar hand-woven flat rugs.

Are hand-woven rugs the same as hand-knotted rugs in customs?

No. Hand-knotted rugs (5701) have a pile created by knots, while hand-woven rugs (5702.10) are flat-weaves without a pile. They are treated as distinct categories with different duty implications.