HS Code for Knotted carpets

Knotted carpets are classified under HS code 5701.90 when they are made of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair. Chapter 57 covers carpets and other textile floor coverings. Heading 5701 is specific to carpets that are "knotted, whether or not made up." The defining characteristic for this heading is the production method: the pile must be formed by knots tied around the warp threads during the weaving process. Subheading 5701.90 is the residual category for knotted carpets made from silk, synthetic fibers, or vegetable fibers like jute. This classification is governed by GRI 1 and 6. It is crucial to distinguish these from "tufted" or "woven" carpets, which fall under headings 5703 and 5702 respectively. The presence of hand-tied or machine-tied knots is the primary determinant. Even if a carpet looks like a traditional oriental rug, if it is not knotted, it cannot stay in 5701. The "made up" part of the description means the carpets can be finished with fringes or borders and still remain under this code. Importers should provide a cross-section or technical analysis to prove the knotted construction during customs inspections.

Products Included

• Hand-knotted silk carpets
• Machine-knotted synthetic rugs
• Knotted jute floor coverings
• Oriental-style knotted rugs (non-wool)
• Knotted rayon carpets

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification is with 5701.10, which is reserved for knotted carpets made of wool or fine animal hair. Another error is using 5702.32 (woven synthetic carpets) for rugs that look knotted but are actually woven on a power loom without true knots.

FAQ

What is the HS code for knotted silk carpets?

Knotted silk carpets are classified under HS code 5701.90.

How do I distinguish between knotted and tufted carpets?

Knotted carpets (5701) have the pile tied around the warp, while tufted carpets (5703) have the pile inserted into a pre-existing backing.