Lumbar Support Back Cushion
An ergonomic cushion stuffed with polyester fiber and contoured for lower back support, typically used on office chairs or car seats. It is classified in HTS 9404.90.96.70 as 'other' stuffed cushions or similar furnishings, not designed as furniture parts per Chapter 94 notes. This covers non-spring, non-cellular rubber stuffed articles for comfort.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If designed as integral part of seating furniture
Furniture parts like fitted seat cushions go to Chapter 94 heading 9403, per note 2(b).
If made of cellular plastics like foam
Excluded from Chapter 94; cellular plastic cushions classify in Chapter 39.
If specifically for motor vehicle seats
Vehicle-specific seat cushions fall under Chapter 87 transport articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'cushion' not 'furniture part' to avoid scrutiny under 9403 as seat components
• Include ergonomic design specs in entry docs to justify consumer end-use
• Test for California Proposition 65 compliance on chemical content in synthetic fills
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Hypoallergenic Synthetic Fiber Pillow
A soft pillow filled with polyester fiberfill and encased in a breathable cotton cover, designed for everyday sleeping comfort. It falls under HTS 9404.90.96.70 as a stuffed pillow that is not a mattress support, not of cellular rubber or plastics, and not otherwise specified in prior subheadings. This classification applies to common household bedding articles fitted internally with stuffing material.
Neck Travel Pillow
U-shaped pillow stuffed with microbeads or fiberfill for neck support during travel, covered in removable velour fabric. Classified under HTS 9404.90.96.70 as other stuffed pillows or similar furnishings, suitable for portable comfort items. Distinct from cellular plastic versions excluded to Chapter 39.
Floor Pouf Ottoman Cushion
A large round pouf stuffed with polystyrene beads or fiber, used as a floor seat or footrest, covered in knitted fabric. It qualifies for HTS 9404.90.96.70 as other stuffed pouffes, explicitly mentioned in the heading for similar furnishings. Not floor-standing furniture per Chapter 94 notes requiring design for floor placement.
Wedge Reading Pillow
An inclined wedge-shaped pillow stuffed with polyester fiber for propping up while reading in bed, with removable zippered cover. Classified in HTS 9404.90.96.70 as other stuffed pillows for specific comfort functions. Excludes cellular foam versions per chapter notes.
Body Pillow Insert
Long rectangular pillow insert stuffed with shredded polyester for full-body support during pregnancy or side sleeping. Falls under HTS 9404.90.96.70 as other stuffed pillows, commonly used with separate covers. Represents unfinished bedding components not classified as parts per note 2(b).
Massage Shiatsu Neck Cushion
Neck cushion with embedded plastic massage nodes, stuffed with buckwheat hulls or fiber around nodes for acupressure therapy. Classified under HTS 9404.90.96.70 as other stuffed similar furnishings, where minor embedded features don't change essential character. Not apparatus of Chapter 90.