Steel Umbrella Frame
A lightweight steel frame designed for assembling umbrellas, including metal ribs and runner mechanism mounted on a shaft. It falls under HTS 6603.20.90.00 as an umbrella frame mounted on a shaft, excluding textile parts or covers. This is a core component ready for canopy attachment in umbrella manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not mounted on a shaft
Unmounted frames or loose ribs classify as 'other' parts under 6603.90, not frames with shafts.
If imported as generic steel fabricated article
Without umbrella-specific design, it may be seen as general steel articles rather than umbrella-specific.
If for use in non-handheld frames like garden parasols
Frames for larger, non-personal parasols may shift to vehicle or outdoor structure headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the frame is mounted on a shaft but lacks textile elements to avoid reclassification under heading 6603 exclusions
• Provide detailed assembly diagrams and material specs in entry docs to confirm it's not a complete umbrella of 6601
• Check for anti-dumping duties on steel components from certain origins like China
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Aluminum Telescopic Umbrella Frame
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Automatic Open Umbrella Frame
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Golf Umbrella Frame with Wind Vents
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Fiberglass 3-Folding Umbrella Frame
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Inverted Umbrella Frame
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