Reinforced Polycarbonate Lab Stool Seat

Chemical-resistant seat from reinforced polycarbonate for laboratory benches, floor-fixed for technician use. HTS 9401.80.20.31 covers other seats of laminated plastics in scientific settings for ground placement. Excludes dentist or medical chairs.

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.

9401Same rate: 35%

If upholstered for cleanroom labs

Textile upholstery classifies under 9401.72, regardless of plastic base.

9018.90.75Same rate: 35%

If incorporating lab apparatus

Note 1(i) excludes chairs with integrated dental/lab appliances.

3923.10Lower: 13% vs 35%

If non-furniture lab transport containers

Plastic items for transport/specific non-seat use stay in Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify chemical resistance standards (e.g

ISO) to support lab end-use without medical reclass

Avoid glass/marble components per Chapter note 2(a) exclusions

Declare as complete seats, not slabs, to stay in 9401 over Chapter 68/69

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