Wooden Bookshelf from Japan
A freestanding tall wooden shelf unit with multiple adjustable tiers for book storage and display. Falls under HTS 9403.60.80.93 as other wooden furniture, designed for floor placement as per chapter notes allowing shelved furniture classification. Excludes wall-mounted units without floor support.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
9903.76.040%Articles as provided for in subdivision (g) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label fiber content if any fabric elements present; pure wood avoids textile declarations
• Include assembly instructions for prefabricated units to demonstrate floor-designed compliance
• Avoid shipping as loose shelves; combined with supports classifies as furniture not parts