## Common ground
All options refer to cribs (baby beds) classified by their primary material.
## Options at a glance
**9403.20 – Base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from metals like steel or iron, often with welded joints.
- **Typical examples:** Metal-frame cribs with slats or mesh sides.
- **Best fit when:** The crib is mostly metal, even if other materials are used for padding or trim.
**9403.50 – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from solid or processed wood (e.g., pine, birch).
- **Typical examples:** Traditional wooden cribs with smooth finishes or natural grain.
- **Best fit when:** The main structure is visibly wood-based, even if painted or varnished.
**9403.70 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Primarily made from synthetic polymers like polypropylene or ABS plastic.
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, molded plastic cribs with snap-together parts.
- **Best fit when:** The crib is injection-molded and lacks wood or metal framing.
**9403.82 – Bamboo**
- **Defining trait:** Made from bamboo, a fast-growing grass used as a sustainable wood substitute.
- **Typical examples:** Eco-friendly cribs with bamboo slats or frames.
- **Best fit when:** The material is clearly identifiable as bamboo (e.g., visible grain pattern).
**9403.83 – Rattan**
- **Defining trait:** Woven from rattan, a tropical vine used in furniture for flexibility and texture.
- **Typical examples:** Cribs with woven rattan panels or frames.
- **Best fit when:** The structure uses interwoven rattan strands, especially in openwork designs.
**9403.89 – Other materials (cane, osier, etc.)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from natural fibers like cane, osier (willow), or similar pliable plant materials.
- **Typical examples:** Woven cribs with reed or willow elements.
- **Best fit when:** The material is not wood, metal, plastic, bamboo, or rattan but still a natural fiber.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Structure Style | Sustainability Focus | Common Use Case |
|-------|----------------|------------------|------------------------|------------------|
| 9403.20 | Metal | Rigid, welded | Moderate | Durable, long-term use |
| 9403.50 | Wood | Solid, carved | High (natural) | Classic, heirloom quality |
| 9403.70 | Plastic | Molded, modular | Low | Lightweight, travel-friendly |
| 9403.82 | Bamboo | Natural grain | High | Eco-conscious buyers |
| 9403.83 | Rattan | Woven, flexible | High | Decorative, artisanal |
| 9403.89 | Cane/osier | Woven, textured | High | Handcrafted or rustic styles |
## How to choose
- Is the crib made mostly of metal? → 9403.20
- Is it primarily wood (even if painted)? → 9403.50
- Is it molded plastic with no wood/metal frame? → 9403.70
- Is the main material bamboo (visible grain, stiff)? → 9403.82
- Is it woven from rattan strands? → 9403.83
- Is it made from cane, willow, or similar pliable natural fiber? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- Bamboo and wood may overlap in appearance; use "bamboo" only if the material is clearly bamboo (not just wood).
- Rattan and other woven materials (cane/osier) can be confused; rattan is stiffer, while cane/osier are more flexible.
- If a crib uses multiple materials (e.g., wooden frame with plastic sides), prioritize the **main structural material**.
- No priority rule is given—choose based on the product’s **defining material**