Bamboo Dining Chair Backrest

A curved bamboo backrest panel for dining chairs, constructed from split and woven bamboo strips for floor-placed seating. This part is under HTS 9401.99.25.80 as 'other' seat parts of bamboo, excluding those for medical chairs or convertible beds. Chapter 94 notes confirm classification for seat components designed for assembly.

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.

9403.60Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If other wooden furniture parts, if not seat-specific

Non-seat wooden furniture parts like bamboo shelves go to 9403.60, per Chapter notes excluding parts entered separately.

4412.10Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If plywood or laminated bamboo panels not formed for chairs

Plywood/veneered bamboo panels are Chapter 44 products, not furniture parts until shaped for specific use.

9401.61Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If upholstered in whole or part upon import

Upholstered seat frames are classified as complete furniture in 9401.61, not bare parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label with HTS code and 'seat part of bamboo' description; fumigation certificates often required for bamboo to meet USDA phytosanitary rules

Avoid bundling legs/arms in same shipment without separate invoicing, as it risks set classification