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Plastic Adirondack Chair from Japan

A weather-resistant outdoor chair made entirely from high-density polyethylene plastic, designed for placing on the floor or ground in gardens or patios. It falls under HTS 9401.80.40.46 as a seat other than those of heading 9402, specifically of plastics and not upholstered. This classification aligns with Chapter 94 notes for seats designed for ground placement.

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

• Verify the chair is 100% plastic with no metal reinforcements exceeding de minimis to avoid reclassification; provide material composition certificates; check for FDA compliance if used in food service areas