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SITCSection 8
U.S. imports of furniture of other materials, n.e.s. (SITC 82179) totaled $93.2M in April 2026, traded with 79 countries.
Importers of Furniture of Other Materials, N.E.S. paid $11.4M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $74.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataFurniture made from materials other than metal, wood, or plastics—rattan, wicker, bamboo, cane, stone, glass-dominant constructions, and similar articles—falls into this residual material-based heading, which captures a wide variety of artisanal and specialty pieces. Bamboo and rattan furniture in particular have seen growing import volumes as buyers seek alternatives to Chinese wood and metal goods, and APHIS may have an interest in certain plant-based materials at the border. The heading's catch-all nature means that precise material identification and HTS subheading selection are especially important to avoid misclassification.
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APHIS has jurisdiction over plant materials that may harbor pests or diseases. Finished rattan and bamboo furniture is generally lower-risk than raw plant material, but certain forms—particularly unprocessed or minimally processed cane—may be subject to APHIS inspection or treatment requirements. Importers should confirm the admissibility status of their specific product form with APHIS or a licensed customs broker before shipment.
When a furniture article combines a rattan or wicker frame with substantial upholstery, the classification may turn on which component imparts the essential character. If the frame is the primary structural element, the article typically classifies as rattan/other-material furniture; if the upholstery dominates, a different heading may apply. GRI 3(b) essential-character analysis governs, and a CBP binding ruling is advisable for high-value or high-volume shipments.
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