9401.20.00.00 - Seats of a kind used for motor vehicles 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 25% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 9401.20.00.00, specifically covers seats designed for use in motor vehicles. This includes seats intended for automobiles, trucks, buses, and other road-going vehicles. The key defining characteristic is their intended application within the automotive sector, encompassing driver's seats, passenger seats, and any specialized seating arrangements found in these vehicles.
While other categories within heading 9401 address seats for aircraft, garden furniture, or those made from specific materials like cane or wood, this subcategory is solely focused on automotive seating. It differentiates itself by the intended end-use and often by the specific construction features required for automotive safety standards and ergonomics, such as integrated seat belts, adjustable headrests, and specific mounting mechanisms.
As a leaf node, 9401.20.00.00 does not have further subcategories. Classification within this heading is determined by the primary intended use of the seat. Therefore, any seat clearly manufactured and marketed for installation in a motor vehicle, regardless of minor variations in material or design, will fall under this classification.