HS Code 5704
Felt Carpets and Floor Coverings
HS code 5704 is for carpets and textile floor coverings made of felt, not tufted or flocked, typically produced by needle-loom processes for industrial or tempo
HS Code 5704 — Felt Carpets and Floor Coverings
These are floor coverings made from felted textile materials that are neither tufted nor flocked. They are typically produced through needle-punching or heat bonding fibers together. This code is most often used for inexpensive industrial rugs, temporary event flooring, and needlefelt tiles.
What's included
- Needleloom felt rugs
- Felted carpet tiles
- Exhibition felt carpets
- Heat-bonded non-woven floor coverings
What's excluded
- Felt underlay → use
5602(Felt used as a cushion under a carpet is classified as a technical textile, not a floor covering.)
Common examples
- Red carpet for events (needlefelt)
- Grey needle-punched office tiles
- Polyester felt matting
Frequently asked questions
What defines a felt carpet in this category?
It must be a non-woven textile that has been mechanicaly or thermally bonded to serve as a walking surface.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 4% - 12%
- Documentation: Identify the fibre content (e.g., polypropylene vs polyester) for accurate sub-heading application.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Belgium, Turkey
- Top importers: USA, Germany, France
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Key takeaway
This code specifically targets needle-punched and non-woven felt floor coverings lacking a tufted pile.
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