IKEA Malm Stationary Foldable Metal Bed Base

The IKEA Malm is a popular stationary foldable metal mattress foundation with supporting legs, mimicking a bed frame for household mattresses. Classified under HTS 9403.20.0048 due to its metal construction, household use, foldable design, and lack of mechanical adjustability. It provides slat support without a headboard for versatile bedroom setups.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9403.20.00Same rate: 35%

If designed primarily for commercial or institutional use

Household-specific items are distinguished from institutional metal furniture in separate provisions.

7326.20.00Higher: 38.9% vs 35%

If classified as unfinished metal articles rather than furniture

Simple metal frames without bed-like characteristics may fall under general fabricated metal products.

9403.60Lower: 10% vs 35%

If made primarily of plastic or composite materials

Change in primary material moves it out of metal furniture to other materials category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed product specs showing stationary and foldable traits to avoid reclassification during customs review

Label for household use only; commercial variants may shift to other subheadings with higher scrutiny

Package disassembled for shipping but declare as complete furniture to prevent parts classification pitfalls

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