Upholstered Metal Frame Armchair from Japan
Comfortable armchair with padded arms, seat, and back upholstered in durable fabric over a welded metal frame. Meets HTS 9401.71.0031 criteria for other upholstered seats with metal frames, not office or bed-convertible. Ideal for hotels or homes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Commercial invoice must specify frame metal type (steel/aluminum) for duty computation
• Flame retardant treatments required for hospitality use; retain test reports
• KD (knocked down) packing reduces freight but requires reassembly value declaration