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Wooden Writing Desk Chair

A straight-back wooden chair for household desks or writing nooks, without swivel or upholstery for simple use. HTS 9401.69.60.11 covers this household wooden frame chair. Distinguishes from office per end-use.

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.

9403.30Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If with adjustable height

Office-style task chairs with mechanisms fall under 9403.30 wooden office.

9401Same rate: 37.5%

If frame parts only

Incomplete assemblies are parts under 9401.90, not finished goods.

9401.61.60Same rate: 37.5%

If upholstered household

Any added cushioning moves it to upholstered wooden seats.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Emphasize 'household study' use in marketing to avoid 9403 office shift

• No casters or height adjustment to stay non-swivel