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Barber Chair with Metal Frame

A professional barber chair featuring a sturdy metal frame, adjustable height, and reclining mechanism for salon use. It falls under HTS 9401.79.00.50 as an other seat with metal frame, not convertible into a bed and designed for floor placement in commercial settings. Excludes barber chairs incorporating dental appliances per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+60.0%60%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9402.90.00Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If upholstered with springs

Upholstered seats with metal frames and springs fall under heading 9402 for medical, surgical, or dental furniture if applicable.

9401.71.00Higher: 45% vs 37.5%

If with wooden frames

Seats identical in design but with wooden frames are classified under 9401.71 for upholstered wooden frame seats.

9401Same rate: 37.5%

If imported as parts only

Separate metal frame parts without upholstery are classified in 9401.90 as parts, per chapter note excluding complete goods.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify the frame is predominantly metal to qualify under this subheading; plastic frames shift to different classifications

โ€ข Provide detailed assembly diagrams and material specs to avoid misclassification as parts under 9401.90