9403.70.40.15 - Other household 🖩
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 | 65% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This category, HTS Code 9403.70.40.15, encompasses "Other household" furniture made of reinforced or laminated plastics, excluding specific items already detailed. This designation is for general household furniture that does not fall into more narrowly defined categories within the "Furniture of plastics" classification. Examples might include, but are not limited to, plastic shelving units designed for domestic use, modular plastic storage cabinets for living areas, or plastic decorative furniture pieces not otherwise specified.
Crucially, this classification distinguishes itself from sibling categories by its broad "other household" designation. It is distinct from specific children's furniture like cribs (9403.70.40.01), toddler beds, bassinets, and cradles (9403.70.40.02), as well as play yards and enclosures for confining children (9403.70.40.03). It also differs from office furniture of plastics (9403.70.40.20). If a plastic furniture item intended for household use is not explicitly covered by a more granular subcategory within 9403.70.40, it will likely fall under the "Other" category of 9403.70.40.31, or more specifically, as "Other household" under 9403.70.40.15 when its primary use is in a domestic setting and it's not office-related.
As a leaf node, HTS Code 9403.70.40.15 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, classification within this code relies on the precise definition of "other household" furniture made of reinforced or laminated plastics, ensuring that the item’s primary function and intended placement are for general domestic purposes, and that it does not fit into any of the more specific sibling categories.