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Teak Desk Chair from Japan

Compact teak frame chair for household home offices or studies, without swivel. Classified in HTS 9401.69.40.15 as household teak chair, distinguishing from office-specific 9403. Meets floor-placement and wooden frame criteria.

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

• Avoid 'ergonomic office' marketing to prevent 9403 shift; emphasize home use

• Include stability test reports for taller chairs to address safety compliance