IKEA POÄNG Armchair with Metal Frame

The IKEA POÄNG is a popular household armchair featuring a bentwood or metal tubular frame upholstered in fabric or leather, designed for comfortable home seating. It falls under HTS 9401.79.0046 as an other seat with a metal frame intended for household use, not reclining or swiveling. This classification applies to its non-specialized residential lounging purpose.

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.

9401.71.00Higher: 42.5% vs 35%

If upholstered with wood frame

Seats with wooden frames, even if upholstered, shift to 9401.71 regardless of household use.

9401Same rate: 35%

If imported as parts like frame only

Separate metal frames or components classify under 9401.90 as parts, not complete seats.

9403.30Lower: 10% vs 35%

If designed for office swivel use

Swivel seats or those marketed for commercial/office environments fall under Chapter 94 heading 9403.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify metal frame composition and upholstery material via lab tests to confirm HTS 9401.79.0046 and avoid reclassification

Include detailed assembly instructions and country-of-origin labeling as required for household furniture under CBP rules

Watch for flammability standards (e.g

Cal TB 117); non-compliant items may face detention or additional testing costs

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