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Aluminum Folding Lawn Chair

A lightweight, portable chair with a metal frame designed for outdoor use in gardens or patios, featuring a folding mechanism for easy storage. It falls under HTS 9401.79.00.35 as an other outdoor seat with a metal frame, not classified as a rocker, recliner, or beach chair. The simple construction distinguishes it from more specialized outdoor seating.

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.

9401.79.00.15Same rate: 37.5%

If designed as a rocking chair

Rocking seats with metal frames are specifically classified under the rocking subheading, regardless of outdoor use.

9401.71.00Higher: 45% vs 37.5%

If frame is upholstered in fabric or leather

Upholstered metal frame seats move to a different subheading based on covering material and construction.

9403.30Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If imported as office swivel task chair

Swivel or adjustable office chairs with metal frames fall under heading 9403 for other furniture designed for office use.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify the frame is primarily metal (e.g

• aluminum) via material testing to avoid reclassification to wooden or plastic frames

• Include assembly instructions and confirm stability for outdoor use to meet safety standards like ASTM F833 for folding chairs

• Declare as 'outdoor' with weather-resistant features; common pitfall is mislabeling indoor chairs, leading to audits