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PVC Armrest Pads for Chairs from Germany

Soft PVC pads that clip or adhere to chair armrests for added comfort. This is a plastic part of seat furniture under HTS 9403.99.40.80, qualifying per Chapter notes for seats even if added post-assembly. Common in dining or office chairs.

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

• Document as 'seat furniture accessories' with installation photos

• Ensure not entered as upholstery (Chapter 59)

• Pitfall: Sets with fabric may trigger textile headings