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Bentwood Stool

A counter-height stool with three or four steam-bent wooden legs converging into a curved footrest and seat support. This product is classified in HTS 9403.60.40.00 as bent-wood furniture, emphasizing the bending for its lightweight, stackable design.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+60.0%60%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9401Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If adjustable height mechanism added

Seats with mechanisms classify separately in 9401.90 from basic furniture.

9403Same rate: 37.5%

If imported as individual bent legs/parts

Parts of wood furniture go to 9403.90, not assembled bent-wood items.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Specify height in descriptions to confirm as furniture stool, not toy (excluded by Chapter notes)

โ€ข Test for stability to meet general safety import standards

โ€ข Bundle with assembly instructions if shipped flat-packed

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Bentwood Rocking Chair

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Bentwood Coffee Table

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Bentwood Lounge Chair

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