Plantation Teak Upholstered Dining Chair

This upholstered dining chair features a frame made from plantation-harvested teak wood, designed for residential or commercial dining settings. It falls under HTS 9401.61.20.31 due to its wooden frame, upholstery, chair design, and use of sustainably sourced teak. The chair is suitable for placing on the floor as per Chapter 94 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9401.61.40Same rate: 35%

If not upholstered

Non-upholstered chairs with wooden frames shift to a different subheading within 9401.61, excluding padded coverings.

9401.69.40Same rate: 35%

If frame uses other woods like oak or mahogany

Classification changes if not specifically teak, moving to other wooden frame upholstered chairs.

9403.30Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported as office furniture

Swivel or adjustable office chairs fall under heading 9403, regardless of material, per end-use design.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES documentation for teak origin to confirm plantation-harvested status and avoid endangered species restrictions

Ensure furniture import labeling includes country of origin, wood species, and upholstery fiber content per CBP requirements

Inspect for kiln-drying certificates to prevent pest-related quarantines at US ports

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