PVC Chair Armrest Pads

Soft PVC pads designed to replace or attach to armrests on office or dining chairs, providing cushioning and wear protection. They fall under HTS 9403.99.40 as plastic parts of seats, which are included in 'other furniture' per Chapter 94 notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If not specifically shaped for chair attachment

Generic plastic pads without furniture-specific design are other plastic articles.

9404.90Lower: 17.3% vs 35%

If mattress or cushion-like if filled or upholstered

Padded articles resembling cushions classify as bedding under 9404, per exclusions.

4016.99.60Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If made of rubber rather than rigid PVC

Rubber furniture parts have separate subheading within 9403.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include photos or specs proving attachment to chair arms to distinguish from general cushions excluded by Chapter notes

โ€ข Ensure no metal reinforcements, as that could trigger base metal parts classification

โ€ข Declare as 'seat parts' explicitly on commercial invoice for proper 9403 heading

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