Laminated Plastic Patio Chairs from Germany
Weather-resistant chairs constructed from reinforced laminated plastic, intended for outdoor floor use. Classified in HTS 9403.70.40 as plastic furniture of reinforced or laminated materials per Chapter 94 notes allowing seats even if stackable. Provides lightweight alternative to metal patio seating.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide engineering specs showing reinforcement for load-bearing to distinguish from simple plastic molding
• Declare as 'seats designed for floor' to leverage Chapter note (b) exceptions
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; compare to similar wood/metal imports for fair valuation