HS 570110 Of wool or fine animal hair

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What products does HS 570110 cover?

This subheading covers carpets and other floor coverings, knotted, whether or not made up, of wool or fine animal hair. According to the World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System Nomenclature, "fine animal hair" includes cashmere, mohair, alpaca, llama, vicuña, and camel hair. The USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU's TARIC database confirm that this classification applies to hand-knotted or machine-knotted floor coverings where the pile is formed by knotting, and the primary material is wool or these specific fine animal hairs, irrespective of whether they are finished products or in rolls.

What falls outside HS 570110?

The following products are excluded from HS 570110: carpets and other floor coverings that are not knotted, such as woven, tufted, or needle-felted items, even if made from wool or fine animal hair. For instance, woven carpets of wool would fall under HS 5702, while tufted carpets would be classified under HS 5703. Additionally, floor coverings made from synthetic fibers or other materials, even if they resemble wool, are not covered by this subheading and would be classified elsewhere based on their constituent materials.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 570110?

A common error is misinterpreting the construction method, leading to the classification of non-knotted floor coverings under this subheading. For example, mistaking a woven carpet for a knotted one. General Rule of Interpretation (GRI) 1 of the Harmonized System emphasizes that classification shall be determined according to the terms of the headings and any relative Section or Chapter Notes. Importers may also incorrectly classify items made from blends where wool or fine animal hair is not the predominant fiber by weight, failing to apply GRI 3(b) for mixtures.

How should importers classify products under HS 570110?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 570110 involves a detailed examination of the product's construction and material composition. Importers and customs brokers must first determine if the floor covering is constructed by knotting. Subsequently, they must verify that the primary material, by weight, is wool or one of the specified fine animal hairs. Consulting the WCO HS Explanatory Notes and the specific tariff schedules of the importing country, such as the UK Trade Tariff, is crucial for accurate determination.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 570110?

A hand-knotted Oriental rug made of 100% wool, weighing 15 kg and declared at a customs value of $3,000 USD, would attract a US duty. Assuming a Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate of 3.5% ad valorem as published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, the duty would be $105.00 USD ($3,000 × 0.035). If the rug were subject to a specific duty, for example, $1.50 per square meter, and its dimensions were 3 meters by 4 meters (12 square meters), the duty would be $18.00 USD (12 sqm × $1.50/sqm).

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 570110?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 570110, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Under USMCA, qualifying goods originating from Canada or Mexico may enter the US duty-free. For goods originating from the UK, preferential duty rates or duty-free access may be available under the UK-US Free Trade Agreement (if enacted) or similar bilateral arrangements, often requiring a self-certified origin statement or a specific declaration on the invoice. Documentation requirements vary by agreement and jurisdiction.

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