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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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