Upholstered Wooden Armchair from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.2115%Wood products of Japan as provided for in subdivisions (d) and (f) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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