Step Stool Seat from China
Dual-purpose low stool with padded top seat and two steps for kitchen or closet reach. Classified HTS 9401.80.60 as other seats with incidental stepping, floor-designed. Not primarily ladders or toys.
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
• Emphasize primary seat function over steps in descriptions
• Include ANSI safety ratings for step stool features
• Avoid ladder-like packaging to stay in furniture chapter