China origin · HTS candidates
Office chair import duty from China
Estimate duty for office chairs from China and compare US HTS candidates for seating and parts.
Quick answer
9403.70.40.20
At a $10,000 customs value, the current China-origin total rate is about 37.5% ($3,750).
Classification risk & HTS split
Office chairs split by seat type: rotating/swivel chairs with adjustable height go to HTS 9401.31 (with wooden frames) or 9401.41 (with metal frames — Free MFN); chairs without those features fall under 9401.80 with similar wood/metal subdivision. CARB Phase 2 formaldehyde compliance is required for any composite wood components. Office chair parts (gas-lift cylinder, casters, control mechanism) classify under 9401.99 with their own MFN rates and AD/CVD exposure (e.g., wooden bedroom furniture spillover).
US HTS candidates
| HTS candidate | Description | General rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9403.70.40.20 | Office | Free | Calc |
| 9403.70.80.20 | Office | Free | Calc |
| 9402.10.00.00 | Dentists', barbers' or similar chairs and parts thereof | Free | Calc |
| 9402.90.00.20 | Other | Free | Calc |
| 9403.10.00 | Metal furniture of a kind used in offices | Free | Calc |
| 9402.90.00 | Other | Free | Calc |
Origin comparison
Total duty rate at $10,000 customs value across China and alternative origins on the same HTS candidate. Chapter 99 overlays such as Section 301 apply per-origin automatically.
| Origin | Total rate | Duty on $10K | vs this page |
|---|---|---|---|
| China (current) | 37.5% | $3,750 | — |
| Mexico | 10.0% | $1,000 | −$2,750 |
| India | 10.0% | $1,000 | −$2,750 |
| Vietnam | 12.5% | $1,250 | −$2,500 |
| Thailand | 12.5% | $1,250 | −$2,500 |
Confirm before using a rate
- seat type and adjustability
- metal or wooden frame
- complete chair vs. parts
This page provides candidates and reference math, not a CBP ruling. CBP makes the binding classification and duty determination at entry; AD/CVD, exclusions, and product facts still need separate review.
Other origin variants for this product
FAQ
How do I find the US HTS code for office chair from China?
Start from the product name or local HS code, anchor on HS6, then compare US HTS candidate descriptions. Office chair can split after HS6 by material, use, construction, or function; the applicable Chapter 99 overlays differ between China and China origins.
Does China origin trigger Section 301?
Yes. Section 301 (9903.88.x) stacks on top of MFN for China-origin goods; the active subheading list is maintained by USTR.