Wooden Frame Director's Chair
A classic folding chair with a wooden frame, canvas seat and back, and cross-bracing for stability, designed for outdoor or patio use. It falls under HTS 9401.69.80 as a seat with a wooden frame, not upholstered, and not of a type specified elsewhere in heading 9401. This classification applies to other seats suitable for placing on the floor or ground.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the seat and back are upholstered with textile coverings
Upholstered seats with wooden frames shift to subheading 9401.71, which covers cushioned or padded versions
If designed primarily for office or commercial use
Swivel seats or office furniture with wooden frames fall under heading 9403 for furniture of a kind used in offices
If classified as garden or camping umbrella seats
Seats integral to outdoor umbrellas are classified with the umbrella in Chapter 66, not as separate furniture
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the frame is predominantly wood (over 50% by weight) to avoid reclassification to metal frame seats
• Include detailed material breakdown and photos in commercial invoice to prove wooden frame construction
Related Products under HTS 9401.69.80
Cedar Wood Garden Bench Seat
Single-person wooden bench with armrests from aromatic cedar, for garden paths or reading nooks. HTS 9401.69.80 covers this as an other wooden frame seat, complete and for ground placement, not parts or excluded prefabricated items.
Adirondack Wooden Patio Chair
A slanted-back wooden chair with wide armrests, typically made from cedar or teak, designed for relaxed outdoor lounging on decks or patios. Classified under HTS 9401.69.80 as an other seat with a wooden frame, not reclining or convertible, suitable for floor placement. Excludes upholstered versions per chapter notes.
Wooden Frame Folding Camp Chair
Portable folding chair featuring a hardwood frame, nylon webbing seat, and carry strap, ideal for camping or beach use. It qualifies for HTS 9401.69.80 as an other non-upholstered seat with wooden frame, designed for ground placement, distinguishing it from metal or reclining seats.
Pine Wood Banquet Chair
Stackable chair with a pine wooden frame, plywood seat, and back support, used for event venues and catering halls. Falls under HTS 9401.69.80 for other wooden frame seats, neither upholstered nor convertible, per chapter provisions for floor-designed furniture.
Teak Wood Deck Chair
Sturdy slatted teak chair for marine decks or poolsides, with contoured wooden seat and back for comfort. HTS 9401.69.80 applies to this non-upholstered, non-reclining wooden frame seat for ground or floor use, excluded from excluded categories like toy or medical furniture.
Oak Wood Bar Stool with Back
Counter-height stool with oak frame, footrest, and low backrest, suitable for kitchen islands or bars. Classified in HTS 9401.69.80 as other wooden frame seats (with back), not upholstered, designed for floor placement per chapter note 2.