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Bentwood Task Chair

An adjustable task chair with a bentwood back and arms, designed for use at office desks. The wooden bentwood construction places it under wooden office furniture, and as a seat, it is included even if not floor-standing per Note 2(b).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9401.31.10Higher: 8% vs Free

If the chair is a swivel chair with height adjustment

Office swivel chairs with adjustable height are classified under 9401.31.

9401.80.10Higher: 9.5% vs Free

If the chair is not specifically designed for office use

Other seats not elsewhere specified fall under 9401.80.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document the chair's office-specific design features, such as adjustable height and armrests, to support classification

β€’ If the chair has gas lifts or casters, ensure these are declared as parts of the chair

β€’ Verify the wood type to avoid any CITES restrictions on certain species

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A modern conference table with bentwood legs curved from solid oak and a flat wooden top, designed for office meeting rooms. Its construction from bentwood is integral to its design and function as office furniture. This item is classified under tariff item 9403.30.00 as wooden furniture of a kind used in offices.

Bentwood Desk Lamp Stand

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Bentwood Drafting Stool

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Bentwood Executive Desk Chair

An ergonomic executive chair with a continuous steam-bent ash wood frame, contoured back, and leather seat for office leadership spaces. As a seat, it qualifies as wooden office furniture under 9403.30.00, with the leather seat being an upholstery component.

Bentwood Office Bookshelf

A wall-mountable bookshelf with bentwood supports and shelves for office libraries. Per Chapter Note 2, shelved furniture is classified in headings 94.01-94.03 even if designed to be fixed to the wall. This wooden bookshelf is suitable for office use and falls under tariff item 9403.30.00.

Bentwood Office Cabinet

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