Soft-Close Dampening Pneumatic Cylinder for Desk Lid from China
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 — China → United States
21.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
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