Thonet No. 14 Bentwood Chair from Japan
The iconic Thonet No. 14 chair is crafted from steam-bent beech wood, featuring a curved backrest and seat formed from a single piece of wood. This kitchen dining chair falls under HTS 9403.40.40.00 as bent-wood furniture designed for use in the kitchen. Its lightweight, stackable design makes it ideal for casual kitchen seating.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify that the wood is steam-bent and not laminated to qualify as bent-wood under HTS definitions
• Provide certificates of origin for beech wood to avoid CITES restrictions on certain species
• Label furniture clearly as 'kitchen use' to prevent reclassification under general wooden furniture