Sapele Mahogany Bed End Chest
An upholstered top bench chest made of sapele mahogany, designed for seating and storage at the foot of a bed. This wooden furniture piece is classified under tariff item 9403.50.00 as wooden bedroom furniture, as it is designed for floor placement in a bedroom. The hinged lid reveals deep storage space, and the upholstered top provides incidental seating.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 9.5% | +50.0% | 59.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 9.5% | — | 9.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the item is primarily a seat with storage as secondary
Seats with wooden frames are classified under heading 94.01.
If used in a living room rather than a bedroom
Wooden furniture for other rooms falls under a different tariff item.
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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Note that the upholstered top is incidental; the primary function is storage, so classification under 9403.50.00 is appropriate
• Ensure the upholstery fabric does not contain restricted materials
• Provide CBSA with a product description emphasizing the storage function over seating
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