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Padauk Office File Cabinet

A vertical file cabinet of Padauk wood with locking drawers for legal-sized files, built for office document storage and durability. Falls under HTS 9403.30.80.01 as other wooden office furniture specifically of Padauk (Pterocarpus spp.), for floor/ground placement per Chapter rules.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9403.10.00Same rate: 37.5%

If of metal with Padauk veneer

Base metal construction primary, relegating to metal furniture heading.

9403.30.80Same rate: 37.5%

If Padauk mixed with non-Pterocarpus woods

Blends without pure Padauk/Narra specificity fall to general wood category.

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

Import Tips & Compliance

• Comply with fire safety labeling if used for records; check NFPA standards for wood cabinets

• Document office end-use via buyer letters to differentiate from residential filing (9403.50)

• Inspect for pests pre-shipment; fumigation certs required for tropical hardwoods