Plastic Backrest Frame Insert for Task Chair from Japan
A reinforced plastic insert that forms the structural frame within the backrest of ergonomic task chairs. Classified as a plastics seat part under HTS 9401.99.35 for office seating. Excludes prefabricated building elements or general plastic sheets.
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
• Submit prototypes or molds to CBP if challenged, proving seat-specific curvature and attachment points
• Avoid entry as 9404 if capable of independent use; must be clearly a part