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Wooden Bar Stool with Swivel Seat from Japan

This wooden bar stool features a swivel seat and variable height adjustment via a gas lift mechanism, designed for use at kitchen counters or bars. It falls under HTS 9401.31.00.00 as a swivel seat with height adjustment made primarily of wood in its frame and seat structure.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify the wood species complies with Lacey Act declarations to avoid penalties

• Ensure height adjustment mechanism is documented as variable for proper classification

• Provide furniture assembly instructions if imported in CKD state to prevent misclassification as parts