Nylon Armrest Sleeves for Office Chairs from Japan
Durable nylon sleeves that slip over armrests of office chairs to protect against wear and stains. Classified under HTS 9403.99.50.80 as non-cotton textile parts of 'other furniture' from heading 9403. They are designed exclusively as replacement components for seating furniture.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Label with exact furniture model compatibility to prove part status and avoid general textile classification
• Ensure no metal or plastic inserts; pure textile construction keeps it under 9403 parts
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain synthetic textiles from specific countries