Padauk Wood Office Desk

A sturdy executive desk crafted from genuine Padauk wood (Pterocarpus spp.), featuring a spacious work surface, multiple drawers, and a keyboard tray, designed specifically for office environments. This furniture qualifies under HTS 9403.30.80.01 due to its construction primarily from Padauk, a tropical hardwood used in office settings, distinguishing it from other wooden office furniture. It meets Chapter 94 requirements for floor-placed office furniture not covered by exclusions like prefabricated buildings.

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.

9403.30.80Same rate: 35%

If made from other woods like oak or maple

Classification shifts to general 'other wooden office furniture' excluding specific species like Padauk or Narra.

9403.60.80Same rate: 35%

If primarily plastic with Padauk accents

Material composition determines heading; predominant plastic moves it to other materials category.

9403Same rate: 35%

If imported as separate wooden parts for assembly

Parts entered separately classify under 9403.90, not complete furniture in 9403.30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify CITES documentation for Padauk as it's a regulated tropical species; provide Appendix II permits to avoid seizures

Label fiber content accurately and include origin certificates to confirm Pterocarpus spp. for proper classification

Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as generic wood (e.g

9403.30.8080) which could trigger audits