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Plantation Teak Kitchen Stool Chair from Japan

A counter-height household chair resembling a stool, constructed from plantation-harvested teak with a wooden frame and footrest for kitchen island use. It qualifies for HTS 9401.69.40.11 as a 'chair' with backrest, wooden frame, for household settings, leveraging teak's resistance to moisture. Ideal for modern home kitchens.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Use ISF filings early for wooden furniture to preempt CBP holds; include detailed value breakdowns for frames vs. assembly

• Comply with ASTM stability standards for household chairs to avoid liability claims post-import