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Outdoor Metal Bench from Japan

A durable metal bench intended for parks, gardens, or patios, typically seating two to three people with a simple backrest. Classified under HTS 9401.80.60 as other seats for floor or ground placement, excluding those convertible to beds. It qualifies due to its non-upholstered, weather-resistant design for outdoor public or residential use.

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

• Include galvanization or coating specs to comply with anti-corrosion standards and avoid HTS disputes

• Label clearly as outdoor furniture to differentiate from indoor metal furniture in other subheadings

• Check for country-of-origin marking requirements, as metal benches often face steel import quotas