Plantation Teak Dining Chair

A classic household dining chair crafted from plantation-harvested teak wood, featuring a sturdy wooden frame with a contoured seat and backrest for comfort during meals. It falls under HTS 9401.69.40.11 as a seat other than those of heading 9402, with a wooden frame, classified as a chair for household use made specifically from plantation-harvested teak. The natural oil content of teak provides durability and weather resistance suitable for indoor dining areas.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9401.69Same rate: 35%

If not specifically from plantation-harvested teak

Teak chairs from wild-harvested sources fall under the broader teak category without the plantation specification.

9401.71.00Higher: 42.5% vs 35%

If upholstered with textile covering

Upholstered household chairs shift to the upholstered seats heading based on material covering the frame.

9403.82.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as part of a complete furniture set

When entered with matching table as a set for retail sale, classification moves to other furniture of wood.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES documentation for plantation-harvested teak to confirm sustainable sourcing and avoid import delays under US wildlife regulations

Label furniture clearly with material composition (100% teak) and country of origin to meet FTC and CBP labeling requirements

Inspect for kiln-drying certificates to prevent pest issues; common pitfall is fumigation non-compliance leading to quarantines