Bamboo Bookshelf from China
A tall shelved unit constructed from bamboo poles and slats, intended to stand on the floor or be wall-fixed with supports. Classified under HTS 9403.82.0030 for bamboo furniture per chapter notes allowing shelved furniture even if wall-mountable. Ideal for home libraries with natural aesthetic.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Include assembly instructions if entered as unit furniture to qualify under chapter exceptions
• Conduct fiber analysis for customs; blends over 50% non-bamboo risk plastic or wood headings
• Avoid toy classifications by ensuring adult-scale dimensions and non-play features