Rattan Armchair from Japan
Comfortable armchair with curved rattan arms and woven seat, designed for floor placement in lounges or patios. Falls under HTS 9403.83.00 as rattan furniture, separate from seats in 9401 or excluded wall-fixed items.
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
• Label products clearly as 'rattan furniture' with fiber content to match HTS description
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 'bamboo' – confirm species via botanical documentation
• Declare value per piece accurately to prevent undervaluation penalties