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Steel Folding Chair Hinge Mechanism from Japan

Heavy-duty steel hinge with locking pin for folding event chairs. Classified HTS 9401.99.90 as specialized seat folding part, not general use hinge.

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

• Prove seat-specific via load testing specs; generic hinges to 8302

• Galvanization cert for corrosion resistance in outdoor chair use

• Small parts may trigger de minimis but declare accurately

Steel Folding Chair Hinge Mechanism from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 9401.99.90