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Director's Chair Aluminum Frame

Collapsible aluminum frame for canvas director's chairs, excluding fabric. Classifies as HTS 9401.99.90.85 part of lightweight non-upholstered seats. Common for events and outdoor use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7616.99.51Higher: 40% vs 37.5%

If other aluminum articles

If not seat-specific, defaults to Chapter 76 aluminum fabricated items.

9404.90.10Lower: 25.3% vs 37.5%

If sold with bedding attachments

Convertible or bed-compatible frames classify under 9404.

8714.91Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If for motorcycle seats

Vehicle end use shifts entire classification to Chapter 87.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Exclude canvas in shipments; fabric parts go to 9403.90 if upholstered

• Aluminum content declaration prevents Section XV base metal confusion

• Collapsible design ok but document non-toy use per Chapter 95 exclusion