Furniture Frame Refinishing Components

US-made wooden furniture frames exported for specialized sanding, staining, and finishing processes. Components receive environmental testing and quality assurance before re-export. 9813.00.05.40 covers domestically manufactured articles for processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

9403Same rate: 10%

If finished wooden furniture parts

Completed furniture components use Chapter 94 without processing documentation.

4418Higher: 13.2% vs 10%

If processed wood articles

General wooden components fall under Chapter 44 wood provisions.

9801.00.20Same rate: 10%

If US furniture temporarily abroad

Different treatment for temporary US goods export vs processing return.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document wood species certification and original US manufacturing records

β€’ Specify finishing schedules and color matching requirements in processing contracts

β€’ Coordinate climate-controlled storage during processing to prevent warping

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Automotive Plastic Trim Repair Kits

Defective plastic interior trim panels for vehicles sent to specialized US facilities for refinishing and repair. These components receive painting, molding repair, and quality testing before re-export. Falls under 9813.00.05.40 for articles manufactured domestically then exported for processing.

Electronic Circuit Board Test Assemblies

Prototype circuit boards manufactured in US facilities, exported for specialized electrical testing and component soldering, then returned. Undergoes diagnostic processing and minor modifications in US repair centers. Classified under 9813.00.05.40 for US-made articles processed domestically after export.

Medical Device Sterilization Trays

US-manufactured stainless steel trays for surgical instruments, exported empty for specialized cleaning and refurbishment processes. Undergoes ultrasonic cleaning, passivation, and quality certification in US facilities. 9813.00.05.40 covers US-made articles for substantial processing.

Optical Lens Coating Blanks

Precision ground optical lens blanks produced in US optical facilities, exported for specialized anti-reflective coating application and quality testing. Returned after environmental and optical performance verification. 9813.00.05.40 applies to US-manufactured articles for processing.

Precision Gear Finishing Sets

Rough machined gear sets from US manufacturers sent for final grinding, heat treatment, and dimensional inspection. Processing restores tolerances and surface finish specifications. Classified under 9813.00.05.40 for US-made articles undergoing substantial processing.