Buckwheat Hull Mattress

A natural mattress filled with buckwheat hulls for adjustable firmness and breathability, popular in organic bedding. Falls under 9404.29.90.95 as an 'other material' stuffed mattress, internally fitted with hulls rather than springs or excluded items. Often encased in zippered fabric shells.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9404.90Lower: 17.3% vs 41%

If hulls imported separately as filling

Loose fillings or pads without outer assembly are classified as bedding articles/parts.

1209.29Lower: 10% vs 41%

If unprocessed buckwheat in bulk

Raw or uncleaned seeds/hulls go to Chapter 12 seeds/agricultural products.

6307.90Lower: 17% vs 41%

If marketed primarily as a quilt/pad

Thin, non-supportive hull-filled pads resemble made-up textile articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain phytosanitary certificates for organic hulls to clear agricultural inspections at entry

Document hull origin and treatment (e.g

heat-killed) to comply with USDA rules

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