Modular Steel Office Cabin
A prefabricated steel office cabin designed for quick on-site assembly, featuring pre-fitted internal walls, windows, and electrical wiring. It falls under HTS 9406.90.01.90 as a prefabricated building finished in the factory and entered as elements for assembly into a permanent office structure.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 2.9% | +35.0% | 37.9% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 2.9% | +10.0% | 12.9% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 2.9% | +10.0% | 12.9% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | 2.9% | +10.0% | 12.9% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | 2.9% | +10.0% | 12.9% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not substantially pre-fitted internally
Basic steel panels or frames without factory-installed fixtures classify as structures of iron or steel, not prefabricated buildings.
If of wood construction
Wooden prefab buildings fall under the specific subheading for wood, changing from the 'other' metal/plastic category.
If sold as individual transportable tower sections
Equipment towers like cell towers are classified separately as metal structures, not general prefab buildings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify that all modular elements are entered together with assembly instructions to qualify as prefabricated buildings under note to heading 9406
โข Include engineering certifications proving factory pre-finishing to avoid reclassification as mere construction materials
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