Soft-Close Dampening Pneumatic Cylinder for Desk Lid from Canada
This cylinder provides controlled dampening for desk or secretary lids, preventing slamming while counterbalancing weight for easy operation. Made of aluminum and steel, it qualifies under HTS 8302.42.3010 as a furniture fitting for smooth lowering and lifting. Ideal for home office furniture.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
28.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document dampening force and cycle life testing to differentiate from simple springs under other fittings codes
• Use HTS advisory rulings for custom designs to preempt CBP challenges on furniture suitability
• Package with installation hardware labeled as 'furniture only' to avoid automotive or machinery scrutiny