Fiberglass Reinforced Lab Stool

A backless stool made of fiberglass-reinforced polyester for laboratory environments, resistant to chemicals. It qualifies for HTS 9401.80.20 as a non-upholstered seat of reinforced plastics, designed for floor placement in professional settings. Excludes medical chairs per Chapter exclusions.

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 imported as parts like seat cushions only

Separate parts of plastic seats classify under 9401.90, not complete articles.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If considered plastic laboratory fittings, not furniture

Items not primarily for sitting but lab utility go to Chapter 39 per notes.

9401.80Same rate: 35%

If incorporates rubber padding or bases

Rubber-dominant composition shifts from plastics to 9401.80.10 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify chemical resistance and reinforcement type to support Chapter 94 furniture status

Document end-use as general lab seating, not medical (9018 exclusion)

Watch for height-adjustable features that could push to 9403 wooden/metal equivalents

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