18th Century Chippendale Mahogany Armchair from Japan
This antique armchair, crafted in the mid-1700s during the Chippendale period, features carved mahogany wood with cabriole legs and ball-and-claw feet. It exceeds 250 years in age, qualifying under HTS 9706.10.00.40 as antique furniture of exceptional historical value. Original patina and hand-executed details distinguish it from modern reproductions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Obtain a professional appraisal or certificate of authenticity confirming age exceeds 250 years to support classification under 9706
• Include detailed provenance documentation tracing ownership history to avoid reclassification as modern furniture
• Ensure proper packing with climate-controlled shipping to prevent damage to fragile antique wood during transit