Metal Frame Director's Chair from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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