Plantation Teak Office Task Chair

An ergonomic office chair with adjustable wooden frame made from plantation-harvested teak, featuring a slatted back for support. Falls under HTS 9401.69.40.31 for other wooden frame chairs of plantation teak, designed for commercial floor use. Not specially designed for machinery per exclusions.

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.

9401Same rate: 35%

If parts like teak armrests imported separately

Furniture parts not forming complete seats are under 9401.90, excluding assembled chairs.

4412.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made from teak veneer plywood

Plywood furniture construction classifies under Chapter 44 as layered wood products.

9403.30Lower: 10% vs 35%

If with significant metal swivel base

Chairs with metal primary structures fall under other wooden furniture if not pure wood frame.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document commercial end-use to differentiate from household seats if rates vary; avoid industrial exclusions

Ensure no plastic or rubber components qualify as 'parts of general use' under Chapter 39 reclassification

Use ISF filings early for teak origin verification to prevent CBP holds on sustainability claims