HS Code 9403.20 : Other metal furniture
MODULE 2: EXTRACTABLE ANSWER (AEO / SPEAKABLE)
Tariff data verified: July 2026
EN (Official WCO)
FR (Pending)
ES (Pending)
The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for other metal furniture is 9403.20. Under the 2026 United States (USITC HTS), the representative MFN general duty rate is Free [USITC HTS Tariff Schedule 2026].
MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY
Subheading .20
.20
Other metal furniture
MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX
Import Duty Rates by Destination
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United States (USITC HTS 2026)
9403.20.00
MODULE 5: US IMPORT DUTY & FEE BREAKDOWN (LANDED COST STACK)
Federal Import VAT / GST
0.00%
US Has NO Federal VAT
Notice: Duty rates and trade remedies change frequently (Section 301, Section 232, anti-dumping orders, de minimis thresholds). Duty calculations are estimates for informational purposes only. Always verify exact rates with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or a licensed customs broker prior to import.
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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix
Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Commercial Invoice
Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.
UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT
Packing List & Bill of Lading
Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.
PREFERENTIAL RULE
Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)
Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.
MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags
Standard Entry
This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.
MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)
China Section 301 Tariff Status
0% Additional Duty (Exempt)
Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status
Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)
EU CBAM Carbon Alert
Not in Scope
MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)
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| Agreement Code | Trade Agreement / Program | Preferential Rate | Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) | Free | Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules. |
| KR | U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS) | Free | Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin. |
| AU | U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement | Free | Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA. |
| A / D | GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA) | Free | 35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin. |
MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications
Standard 20ft Container
~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload
Standard 40ft High-Cube
~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload
Stowage Factor & Handling
Standard commercial packaging for Other metal furniture
MODULE 11: Official CBP CROSS Binding Classification Rulings
| Ruling # | Subject / Product Description | HTS Code | Ruling Date | Precedent Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N267515 | The tariff classification of a bed from China. | 9403.20.0018 | 2015-08-19 | View Precedent N267515 → |
| R04382 | The tariff classification of an EZ Bed from China. | 9403.20.0015 | 2006-07-17 | View Precedent R04382 → |
| N032542 | The tariff classification of mattress sets from China | 9403.20.0030 | 2008-07-22 | View Precedent N032542 → |
| H87524 | The tariff classification of the “Instant-Bed” from China. | 9403.20.0010 | 2002-01-24 | View Precedent H87524 → |
| I81047 | The tariff classification of a fold-out double air bed from China. | 9403.20.0010 | 2002-04-22 | View Precedent I81047 → |
| N220860 | The tariff classification of tables from China. | 9403.20.0018 | 2012-07-10 | View Precedent N220860 → |
US National HTS Tariff Lines (9403.20)
| HTS Code | Description | General Rate | Special (FTA) Rate | Column 2 Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9403.20.00 | Other metal furniture | Free | Free | 45% | — |
| 9403.20.00.11 | Other metal furniture, Household, Floor-standing, metal-top ironing boards | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.16 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Cribs | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.17 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Toddler beds, bassinets, cradles, play yards and other enclosures for confining children | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.35 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Mechanically adjustable bed or mattress base, not foldable, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, of a width exceeding 91.44 cm, of a length exceeding 184.15 cm, and of a depth exceeding 8.89 cm | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.40 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Mattress bases with legs, not foldable, having the characteristics of a stationary (not mechanically adjustable) bed frame, of a width exceeding 91.44 cm, of a length exceeding 184.15 cm and of a depth exceeding 8.89 cm | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.46 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Foldable mattress foundations with legs, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, whether or not mechanically adjustable, Mechanically adjustable | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.48 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Foldable mattress foundations with legs, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, whether or not mechanically adjustable, Stationary (not mechanically adjustable) | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.50 | Other metal furniture, Household, Other, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.75 | Other metal furniture, Other, Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures, Boltless or press-fit steel shelving units prepackaged for sale as described in statistical note 4 to this chapter | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.78 | Other metal furniture, Other, Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures, Storage lockers, other than exchange lockers as described in statistical note 5 to this chapter | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.82 | Other metal furniture, Other, Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures, Steel racks, other than those described in statistical reporting number 9403.20.0075 | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.86 | Other metal furniture, Other, Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
| 9403.20.00.90 | Other metal furniture, Other, Other | Free | Free | Rate on request | No. |
⚠️ U.S. AD/CVD Trade-Remedy Alert
16 Active Orders
HS 9403.20 appears in the scope of 16 active U.S. Antidumping/Countervailing Duty order(s) — covering Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale, Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof, Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets, Floor-Standing, Metal-Top Ironing Tables And Parts Thereof, Steel Racks, Vertical Metal File Cabinets, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale 3, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale from China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam (Commerce case(s) A-570-018, C-570-019, A-570-133, C-570-134, C-570-057, A-570-056 (+10 more)). Scope is defined by written product description, and duty rates are exporter-specific.
A-570-018 (China - Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale)C-570-019 (China - Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale)A-570-133 (China - Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof)C-570-134 (China - Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof)C-570-057 (China - Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets)A-570-056 (China - Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets)A-570-888 (China - Floor-Standing, Metal-Top Ironing Tables And Parts Thereof)A-570-088 (China - Steel Racks)
+8 more orders...
Explore all 724 covered orders in the U.S. AD/CVD Trade Remedies Directory ↗. Verify exact scope at access.trade.gov and view the Active AD/CVD Directory. Not legal advice. Per-code scope flags cover the 437 highest-volume HS6 subheadings (724 of 778 active orders; 93% coverage); coverage expanding.
US 10-Digit Statistical HTS Breakout (9403.20)
14 Declarable Lines · USITC 2026
⚠️ Section 301 (China) Additional Tariff Alert
Heading 9903.88.03
If imported from China, merchandise under this HTS line carries an additional Section 301 tariff (see HTS heading 9903.88.03). Applicable Section 301 rates depend on country of origin — verify exact rate and exemptions at hts.usitc.gov.
| 10-Digit HTS Code | Statistical Description | General MFN Rate | FTA / Special Rate | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9403.20.00 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture | Free | Base MFN | — |
| 9403.20.00.11 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Floor-standing, metal-top ironing boards | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.16 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Cribs | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.17 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Toddler beds, bassinets, cradles, play yards and other enclosures for confining children | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.35 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Mechanically adjustable bed or mattress base, not foldable, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, of a width exceeding 91.44 cm, of a length exceeding 184.15 cm, and of a depth exceeding 8.89 cm | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.40 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Mattress bases with legs, not foldable, having the characteristics of a stationary (not mechanically adjustable) bed frame, of a width exceeding 91.44 cm, of a length exceeding 184.15 cm and of a depth exceeding 8.89 cm | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.46 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Foldable mattress foundations with legs, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, whether or not mechanically adjustable: Mechanically adjustable | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.48 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Foldable mattress foundations with legs, having the characteristics of a bed or bed frame, whether or not mechanically adjustable: Stationary (not mechanically adjustable) | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.50 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Household: Other: Other | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.75 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Other: Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures: Boltless or press-fit steel shelving units prepackaged for sale as described in statistical note 4 to this chapter | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.78 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Other: Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures: Storage lockers, other than exchange lockers as described in statistical note 5 to this chapter | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.82 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Other: Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures: Steel racks, other than those described in statistical reporting number 9403.20.0075 | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.86 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Other: Counters, lockers, racks, display cases, shelves, partitions and similar fixtures: Other | Free | Base MFN | No. |
| 9403.20.00.90 | Other furniture and parts thereof: Other metal furniture Other: Other | Free | Base MFN | No. |
MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes
| Related HS Code | Heading Category | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 9403.10 | Subheading under Heading 9403 | HS 9403.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 9403.30 | Subheading under Heading 9403 | HS 9403.30 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 9403.40 | Subheading under Heading 9403 | HS 9403.40 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
| 9403.50 | Subheading under Heading 9403 | HS 9403.50 undefined Duty & Entry Rules → |
MODULE 13: Industry Classification & Crosswalk Mesh (NAICS & Schedule B)
U.S. Census NAICS Code
U.S. Census Schedule B (Exports)
Official Primary Sources & Authority References
USITC HTS Chapter 94 Tariff Schedule (2026) ↗
Official U.S. 10-digit tariff lines and general duty rates for Other metal furniture.
CBP CROSS Ruling Database (9403.20) ↗
Binding customs classification precedents for Heading 9403.
MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide
Is HS Code 9403.20 subject to U.S. Antidumping or Countervailing (AD/CVD) duties?
Yes. HS Code 9403.20 (Other metal furniture) falls within the product scope of 16 active U.S. Department of Commerce AD/CVD order(s), including Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale, Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof, Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets, Floor-Standing, Metal-Top Ironing Tables And Parts Thereof, Steel Racks, Vertical Metal File Cabinets, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale 3, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale from China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam (Commerce case(s) A-570-018, C-570-019, A-570-133, C-570-134, C-570-057, A-570-056 (+10 more)). Importers must verify exact product scope and their foreign manufacturer's exporter-specific duty deposit rate on Commerce's ACCESS portal (access.trade.gov) prior to U.S. Customs entry.
Is HS Code 9403.20 subject to U.S. Antidumping or Countervailing (AD/CVD) duties?
Yes. HS Code 9403.20 (Other metal furniture) falls within the product scope of 16 active U.S. Department of Commerce AD/CVD order(s), including Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale, Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof, Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets, Floor-Standing, Metal-Top Ironing Tables And Parts Thereof, Steel Racks, Vertical Metal File Cabinets, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale 3, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale from China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam (Commerce case(s) A-570-018, C-570-019, A-570-133, C-570-134, C-570-057, A-570-056 (+10 more)). Importers must verify exact product scope and their foreign manufacturer's exporter-specific duty deposit rate on Commerce's ACCESS portal (access.trade.gov) prior to U.S. Customs entry.
Is HS Code 9403.20 subject to U.S. Antidumping or Countervailing (AD/CVD) duties?
Yes. HS Code 9403.20 (Other metal furniture) falls within the product scope of 16 active U.S. Department of Commerce AD/CVD order(s), including Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged For Sale, Certain Metal Lockers and Parts Thereof, Certain Tool Chests and Cabinets, Floor-Standing, Metal-Top Ironing Tables And Parts Thereof, Steel Racks, Vertical Metal File Cabinets, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale 3, Boltless Steel Shelving Units Prepackaged for Sale from China, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam (Commerce case(s) A-570-018, C-570-019, A-570-133, C-570-134, C-570-057, A-570-056 (+10 more)). Importers must verify exact product scope and their foreign manufacturer's exporter-specific duty deposit rate on Commerce's ACCESS portal (access.trade.gov) prior to U.S. Customs entry.
What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and United States (USITC HTS) general duty for Other metal furniture?
Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and United States (USITC HTS), Other metal furniture is classified under HS 9403.20 (Heading 9403, Chapter 94). The representative US MFN general duty rate is Free.
How is HS 9403.20 distinguished within Heading 9403 (Other furniture and parts thereof)?
Heading 9403 covers Other furniture and parts thereof. Subheading 9403.20 specifically isolates Other metal furniture. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 9403.
What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 9403.20?
Related subheadings under Heading 9403 include 9403.10, 9403.30, 9403.40, 9403.50, 9403.60, 9403.70, 9403.82, 9403.83. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.
What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other metal furniture?
Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.
Can goods under HS 9403.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?
Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.
What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Other metal furniture?
Commercial shipments of Other metal furniture with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.
How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 9403.20?
Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.
What U.S. Census NAICS industry code corresponds to HS 9403.20?
HS 9403.20 maps to NAICS code 332999 (Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing) under official U.S. Census Bureau trade concordance tables.
Does the United States assess federal VAT or GST on imports of HS 9403.20?
No. The United States does NOT charge a federal Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST) on imports. Importers pay customs duty + MPF + HMF (if ocean freight).
How are Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) and Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF) calculated?
MPF is assessed at 0.3464% of entered value (min $32.71, max $634.62 per entry). HMF is assessed at 0.125% on ocean freight shipments entering US ports.
What is the Section 321 de minimis duty-free threshold for HS 9403.20?
Under Section 321 (19 U.S.C. 1321), eligible shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free and tax-free.
What U.S. Customs bond requirements apply to commercial entries under HS 9403.20?
Formal entries with customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require a continuous customs entry bond (CBP Form 301) to guarantee payment of duties, taxes, and fees.
What Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) rules apply to ocean imports of HS 9403.20?
Ocean container shipments bound for US ports require electronic ISF 10+2 submission via ACE at least 24 hours before loading at foreign ports.
How do USMCA preference rules apply to commercial imports under HS 9403.20?
Qualifying originating goods from Canada or Mexico meeting USMCA tariff-shift or Regional Value Content (RVC) rules enter duty-free under SPI code 'P'.
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