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beechwood Bench Slat Replacement

Curved beechwood slats for park or garden bench seats, predrilled for frame attachment. HTS 9401.99.90 for wooden parts of long seats (benches) designed for ground placement.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+60.0%60%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If unfinished wood boards

Coniferous/nonconiferous wood sawn lengthwise if not shaped for seats.

9403.60Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If other wooden garden furniture parts

Parks benches often under 9403 as other furniture.

9401.61Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If complete wooden bench

Finished benches classified as complete seats in 9401.61.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ FSC or PEFC certification recommended for EU/wood origin verification

β€’ Moisture content declaration prevents pest issues; kiln-dried proof required

β€’ Specify 'bench seat slats' vs generic lumber to stay in Chapter 94