The US has imposed economic sanctions against Iran for nearly 30 years and the trade barriers have created problems for Iranian businesses.<br /><br />The import and export sector is among the most affected, including in some unusual areas such as the carpet industry.<br /><br />The latest round of sanctions has made trading in Persian rugs illegal, which by extension will hurt the traditional weavers in Iran.<br /><br />Al Jazeera's Kristen Saloomey reports from New Jersey. (Nov 16, 2010)
