Rattan Armchair Frame

A skeletal frame for an armchair constructed entirely from woven rattan, designed as a replacement part for outdoor or tropical-style seating. It falls under HTS 9401.99.25.40 as a seat part made specifically of rattan, excluding finished upholstery or cushions. This classification applies to unfinished structural components intended for assembly into household seats.

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.

4419.90Lower: 13.2% vs 17.5%

If primarily unfinished rattan poles or strips

Loose rattan materials without assembly into seat shapes are classified as wood articles rather than furniture parts.

9403.91.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If for commercial or contract use

Rattan seat parts designed for office or hospitality furniture shift to Chapter 94 heading for other furniture parts.

4602.11Lower: 16.6% vs 17.5%

If sold as woven rattan panels without seat-specific design

Basketwork of rattan not shaped for seats falls under plaiting materials, not furniture components.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify rattan origin with supplier certificates to comply with CITES restrictions on certain rattan species

Ensure the frame is imported without fabric or foam to avoid reclassification as a finished seat under 9401.79

Label clearly as 'rattan seat frame' to prevent customs disputes over material composition