Rattan Armchair Frame from Germany
This is the structural wooden frame of an armchair made primarily from rattan, designed to support woven rattan seating and backrest materials. It falls under HTS 9403.99.20.40 as a part of other furniture specifically of rattan, excluding complete upholstered pieces. Rattan's natural flexibility makes it ideal for such furniture components.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the rattan content exceeds 50% by weight to qualify under this subheading; provide botanical certification if challenged
• Declare as 'parts' not complete furniture to avoid reclassification to 9403.70; include assembly diagrams in entry docs
• Check for CITES restrictions on rattan species; obtain export permits from origin country to prevent customs holds