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Teak Upholstered Desk Chair

Upholstered desk chair with teak frame for home offices, placed on the floor with swivel base optional but frame wooden. Provides ergonomic support. Under 9401.61.20 for teak-upholstered chairs, distinct from office furniture parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9403.30Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If imported as unfinished wooden office furniture

Other wooden office furniture (non-seats) in 9403; seats stay in 9401.

9401.41.00Same rate: 37.5%

If metal frame with teak accents

Upholstered seats with metal frames shift headings per material dominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Separate from heading 9403 if complete; bulk parts risk reclassification

• ADA compliance for commercial use; declare value per unit accurately

• Watch for mixed materials—frame must be predominantly teak