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Buckwheat Hull Mattress

Twin XL mattress filled with organic buckwheat hulls for adjustable firmness and natural temperature regulation. HTS 9404.29.90 applies to this stuffed mattress using buckwheat as the primary internal filling material, distinct from common textiles or cellular foams. Zippered cover allows hull refills.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6%+37.5%43.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6%+10.0%16%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6%+60.0%66%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9404.29.10Lower: 40.5% vs 43.5%

If man-made fiber layers predominate over hulls

Textile fiber content over 50% shifts to man-made fiber mattress classification.

9404.90Lower: 19.8% vs 43.5%

If imported as mattress topper only

Thin toppers under 4 inches thick classify as bedding articles, not full mattresses.

1211.90Lower: 18.5% vs 43.5%

If hulls imported without mattress assembly

Unassembled buckwheat hulls are plants/products thereof, not bedding.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Declare hull origin and fumigation treatment to meet USDA phytosanitary rules; label weight accurately

โ€ข Avoid pitfall: classifying hulls separately as agricultural products