Metal Frame Folding Chair from China
A lightweight, portable chair with a tubular metal frame, plastic seat and back, designed for events and storage. Classified in HTS 9401.79.00 as an other seat with metal frame, excluding swivel or reclining types. Meets floor-placing requirement in Chapter 94 notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Test for folding mechanism safety; CBP often inspects for pinch hazards common in imports
• Use detailed invoices specifying frame material (e.g
• steel vs aluminum) to prevent duty evasion claims
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics parts; present as assembled for correct heading 9401 classification