Thonet-Style Bentwood Armchair Frame

Inspired by classic Thonet designs, this bentwood frame includes curved arms and seat base for armchair assembly. It qualifies for HTS 9401.91.20.00 as a part of bentwood seats designed for floor placement, excluding finished upholstery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9401.61.40Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If fully assembled into an upholstered wooden seat

Complete upholstered seats (not parts) go to 9401.61, per Chapter notes excluding separate parts.

9403Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If parts of metal furniture seats

If combined with metal components, it may classify as other furniture parts.

4414Lower: 13.9% vs 17.5%

If bulk wooden frames not presented as furniture parts

Wooden frames for non-furniture use (e.g., generic) fall under Chapter 44.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm steam-bending process in manufacturing records; laminated wood may not qualify as bentwood

Use precise HTS description in entry docs to distinguish from complete chairs under 9401.61

Watch for minimum value rules; low-value parts might be dutiable differently