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Plastic Office Bookcase from Japan

A five-shelf adjustable plastic bookcase for office libraries, holding books, binders, and decor while supporting wall-mount or floor-standing configurations. It qualifies for HTS 9403.70.8015 as plastic office furniture per chapter notes allowing shelved furniture classification. UV-resistant plastic ensures longevity in lit office spaces.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include supports for wall-fixing to leverage chapter note (a) for shelved furniture

• Certify non-toxicity of plastics for indoor air quality compliance

• Avoid classifying as 'toy furniture' (9503) by emphasizing office scale and use