18th Century French Louis XV Armchair
An 18th-century French Louis XV armchair, handcrafted around 1750 from carved mahogany with original upholstery and cabriole legs. It qualifies as an antique of an age exceeding 100 years under tariff item 9706.90.00, which covers antiques not elsewhere specified in Chapter 97.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the armchair is not proven to be over 100 years old
Wooden framed upholstered seats of a kind used for furniture fall under this heading when not qualifying as antiques.
If the armchair is part of a collection or set classified elsewhere
This subheading covers other antiques over 100 years old, but 9706.90.00 is more specific for furniture.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the armchair is genuinely over 100 years old; keep provenance documents, appraisals, or expert certificates to present to the CBSA
• Be aware that the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) tariff rate applies, but verify if a preferential rate under a free trade agreement is available
• Declare the item accurately as an antique to avoid misclassification penalties
Related Products under Tariff item 9706.90.00
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An 18th-century Chinese export lacquer box from the Qianlong era, featuring mother-of-pearl inlay and crafted for the European market. As an antique exceeding 100 years, it falls under tariff item 9706.90.00 for antiques of an age exceeding 100 years.
18th Century Chinese Export Porcelain
An antique Chinese export porcelain plate set from the Qianlong era (1760s), featuring blue and white famille rose decoration. This set exceeds 100 years in age and qualifies as an antique under tariff item 9706.90.00, not being a mass-produced reproduction.
19th Century French Ormolu Mantel Clock
A 19th-century French ormolu mantel clock with gilt bronze casework and intricate detailing, exceeding 100 years in age. This antique timepiece is classified under tariff item 9706.90.00 as an antique of an age exceeding 100 years, not covered elsewhere in Chapter 97.
19th Century Persian Carpet
A hand-knotted antique Persian carpet from the late 1800s, with a wool pile on a wool foundation and a classic Herati pattern. Over 100 years old, it qualifies as an antique under tariff item 9706.90.00, valued for its cultural and historical significance.
19th Century Rococo Desk
A 19th-century Rococo writing desk from 1840, featuring gilt bronze mounts and kingwood veneer. This antique furniture piece exceeds 100 years in age and is classified under tariff item 9706.90.00 as an antique of an age exceeding 100 years.
Antique Chinese Ming Cabinet
A 16th-century Ming dynasty elmwood cabinet with lattice panels and original hardware, prized for imperial craftsmanship. As an antique exceeding 400 years, it falls under tariff item 9706.90.00 for antiques of an age exceeding 100 years.