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