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Oak Office Chair Seat Base

Solid oak platform base with leg attachments for executive office chairs, a core wooden part for non-convertible floor seats. Under HTS 9401.91.90 as other wooden seat components, per notes excluding complete assemblies or general use parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

9403Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If plastic composites

Plastic seat parts classified in 9403.90, not wood heading.

9401Same rate: 37.5%

If convertible into beds

Parts of convertible seat-beds go to 9401.90, separate from non-convertible.

4418.40.00Higher: 40.7% vs 37.5%

If pre-shaped but not seat-specific

Wooden formwork or shuttering shifts to 4418 if not furniture-designed.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify wood origin for Lacey Act compliance; test for formaldehyde emissions

β€’ Document as 'incomplete seat part' to avoid 9401.71 complete metal chair classification