Rattan Armchair Frame from Japan
This is the structural frame of an armchair made entirely from rattan, a type of cane, designed to support seating upholstery. It falls under HTS 9403.99.20.80 as a part of other furniture crafted from cane or similar materials, excluding completed seats classified elsewhere. The unfinished frame requires assembly with fabric and cushions to form a full chair.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 material composition with lab tests to confirm 100% cane content, avoiding reclassification to wood parts; declare as unfinished frames to prevent duties on complete furniture; ensure CITES compliance if using certain rattan species