Rattan Rocking Chair from Japan
Traditional rocking chair woven from rattan with gently curved rockers for nursery or porch use. It qualifies for HTS 9401.53.00.00 as a rattan seat designed for floor placement, not convertible to beds.
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
• Include load-bearing test reports to satisfy import safety regulations for rocking mechanisms
• Declare exact rattan species if required for CITES compliance on certain tropical materials
• Use protective wrapping for rockers to prevent shipping damage and insurance claims