Dining Room Bentwood Armchair from Japan
A traditional bentwood armchair with contoured steam-bent back and arms from solid beech wood, featuring a cane seat for home dining sets. Classified under HTS 9401.69.2010 for household bent-wood seats with wooden frames. Designed for floor placement in residential kitchens.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document steam-bending certification from manufacturer to distinguish from straight-cut wood assembly
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests commercial use, as it could trigger reclassification to non-household
• Include origin certificates for wood sourcing to comply with Lacey Act declarations