Director's Folding Chair from China
A classic metal-frame folding chair with a webbed fabric seat and back, used on film sets, events, or patios. Classified in HTS 9401.80.60 for other seats with backrests designed for floor use, excluding barber or swivel types. Its portable, event-oriented design fits this residual category.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document non-swivel design to prevent misclassification as 9401.80.20 barber chairs
• Test for rust resistance on metal frames per ASTM standards for customs acceptance
• Use retail packaging to affirm complete seat status over parts