Upholstered Wooden Armchair from China
This upholstered armchair features a sturdy wooden frame with cushioned fabric upholstery on the seat, back, and arms, designed for residential living rooms. It falls under HTS 9401.61.40.31 as an upholstered chair with a wooden frame, not convertible into a bed and excluding office or medical types. The wooden frame provides structural support while the upholstery ensures comfort.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0425%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(g) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(g)
Import Tips
• Verify the frame is predominantly wood (over 50% by weight) with proper documentation like mill certificates to avoid reclassification
• Label upholstery materials accurately for flammability standards (e.g
• CA TB 117) and ensure country-of-origin markings on the frame