Thonet-Style Bentwood Armchair Frame from Japan
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.
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
• 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