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9401.79.00.50 - Other 🖩

Details

FieldValue
Unit of QuantityNo.
General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General)Free
Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special)N/A
Column 2 Rate of Duty45%
Quota QuantityN/A
Additional DutiesN/A
About Duty Rates: Rates are divided into Column 1 and Column 2. Column 1 is subdivided into General (normal trade relations rates for all countries not eligible for special programs) and Special (preferential rates for countries with free trade agreements or preference programs). Column 2 rates apply to products from Cuba, North Korea, Belarus, and Russia. When no special rate exists for a classification, General rates apply.

Overview

This classification, HTS Code 9401.79.00.50, specifically pertains to "Other" seats with metal frames that do not fall under more specific categories at this level. It encompasses a broad range of seating solutions constructed with a metal framework, excluding those designated for household use. The defining characteristic is the presence of a metal frame as a primary structural component, combined with upholstery or other seating materials, where the specific type or intended use does not align with any preceding subcategories.

This category serves as a residual for metal-framed seats not otherwise classified. It stands apart from the sibling category 9401.79.00.46, which is exclusively for "Household" metal-framed seats. Therefore, goods classified under 9401.79.00.50 are generally intended for non-residential or commercial applications, such as office seating (excluding specific executive or task chairs already classified), waiting room chairs, public seating, or specialized seating for industrial environments where the metal frame is a prominent feature and the item is not designed for domestic use.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS database, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level requires careful consideration of the item's primary materials, construction, and intended application to ensure it is not erroneously placed in a more specific heading or subheading. The key is the presence of a metal frame and the exclusion from household use.

Frequently Asked Questions

›What is HTS code 9401.79.00.50?
HTS code 9401.79.00.50 covers Other under the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. It falls under Chapter 94: Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated sign illuminated nameplates and the like; prefabricated buildings.
›What products are classified under 9401.79.00.50?
This classification covers Other. It is a subcategory of Other:.
›What is the import duty rate for 9401.79.00.50?
The general rate of duty for HTS 9401.79.00.50 is Free. The Column 2 rate is 45%.
›What unit of quantity is used for 9401.79.00.50?
Imports under HTS 9401.79.00.50 are measured in No..

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