IKEA POÄNG Armchair from Japan
The IKEA POÄNG is a classic bentwood armchair designed for household use, featuring a padded seat and backrest for comfortable lounging in living rooms. It falls under HTS 9401.80.60.28 as other household seats (not reclining or swivel), made primarily of wood with textile upholstery, suitable for placing on the floor. Excludes office or medical applications per Chapter 94 notes.
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 wood origin for Lacey Act compliance and provide furniture assembly instructions in English
• Ensure labeling meets CPSC standards for household furniture stability
• Avoid misclassification as office furniture by specifying residential end-use