Metal Frame Director's Chair from China
A foldable chair with metal frame, canvas sling seat and back, popular for beach or film sets. Under HTS 9401.79.00 for other metal-frame seats without specified upholstery. Designed for floor placement as per Chapter 94.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0425%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(g) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(g)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify canvas as non-upholstered textile to justify 9401.79; woven fabric slings risk 9401.71
• Include flammability test reports for commercial use; common rejection reason for event chairs
• Label for retail vs bulk to prevent set classification shifts