PVC Chair Armrest Pads from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include photos or specs proving attachment to chair arms to distinguish from general cushions excluded by Chapter notes
• Ensure no metal reinforcements, as that could trigger base metal parts classification
• Declare as 'seat parts' explicitly on commercial invoice for proper 9403 heading