Wooden Garden Bench from Canada
Simple slatted wooden bench for outdoor patio seating, but imported as indoor furniture without weatherproofing claims. HTS 9403.60.80.93 for other wooden furniture; end use determines vs 9401 outdoor seats. Floor-designed per chapter requirements.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'indoor use only' to avoid 9401.79 scrutiny
• Treat wood for insect resistance with approved fumigants
• Test for outdoor durability if marketing shifts to patio use