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Plantation Teak Upholstered Desk Chair from Japan

A non-swivel desk chair with plantation-harvested teak frame and upholstery for home offices. Fits HTS 9401.61.20.31 as an upholstered wooden chair of teak, not qualifying as office swivel under 9403. Floor-designed per Chapter 94 specifications.

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

• Differentiate from 9403 by confirming no swivel/tilt mechanism in technical specs submitted to customs

• Include sustainability certifications like FSC for plantation teak to appeal to green importers

• Test for formaldehyde emissions in wood/upholstery per CARB Phase 2 if selling in California