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Plantation Teak Armchair

An elegant household armchair made from plantation-harvested teak, with carved armrests and a slatted back for relaxed seating in living rooms. Classified under HTS 9401.69.40.11 due to its wooden frame, designation as a chair (with arms), and exclusive use of plantation teak for household purposes. Teak's density ensures long-lasting structural integrity.

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.

9401.69.40Same rate: 37.5%

If classified as a rocker or recliner

Swivel, rocking, or reclining teak chairs have a separate subheading within household wooden frame seats.

4418Lower: 15.7% vs 37.5%

If imported as unfinished wooden seat frame only

Unassembled or raw wooden frames for seats are classified under builders' joinery rather than finished furniture.

9401.61.40Same rate: 37.5%

If frame primarily of cane or rattan with teak accents

Seats with frames of plaiting materials like rattan take precedence over minor teak components.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Obtain supplier affidavits confirming plantation origin to differentiate from restricted wild teak under endangered species laws

• Ensure wooden frames meet formaldehyde emission standards (e.g

• TSCA Title VI) with test reports for US market entry

• Avoid misdeclaration as 'office furniture'—household intent is key; pitfalls include incorrect statistical suffixes