HS Code for Woven rugs
Woven rugs that are not of pile construction and not "made up" in the sense of specific hand-woven types like Kelim or Soumak are classified under HS code 5702.50. Chapter 57 covers carpets and other textile floor coverings. Heading 5702 specifically includes woven carpets that are not tufted or flocked. The subheading 5702.50 is a residual category for woven floor coverings that do not feature a pile (the raised surface of yarn). This includes flat-woven rugs where the design is created by the interlacing of the warp and weft threads themselves, such as certain types of flat-weave area rugs. To be classified here, the product must be intended as a floor covering, which is generally distinguished from other textile articles by its thickness, stiffness, and durability. The classification is based on the method of manufacture (weaving) and the absence of a pile surface, regardless of the textile material used, though the material may affect the 10-digit statistical suffix.
Products Included
- Flat-woven textile floor rugs
- Woven rugs without pile
- Non-tufted woven area rugs
- Woven floor mats (not of vegetable materials)
- Reversible flat-weave carpets
Common Misclassification
The most common misclassification is 5702.31, which is for woven pile carpets of wool. If a rug has a raised surface, it cannot be in 5702.50. Another error is 5703.10, which is for tufted carpets. Importers also frequently confuse these with 5702.10, which is specifically for Kelem, Schumacks, Karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs. Understanding the technical difference between a "pile" construction and a "flat-weave" construction is the most common hurdle in this classification.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Woven rugs?
Woven rugs that are not of pile construction and not made up (excluding Kelem/Soumak) are classified under HS code 5702.50.
What does "not of pile construction" mean?
It means the rug is flat-woven and does not have the upright loops or cut yarns (the "fuzz") that characterize traditional carpets like Persian or shag rugs.
Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Woven rugs?
The HS code for Woven rugs is 570250 (Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), not of pile construction, not made up, n.e.c. in item no. 5702.10 or 5702.20).
How do I classify Woven rugs for customs?
Woven rugs is classified under HS code 570250 — Carpets and other textile floor coverings; woven, (not tufted or flocked), not of pile construction, not 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 Woven rugs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 570250 for Woven 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.