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Plantation Teak Upholstered Desk Chair from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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