## Common ground
All options describe beds for pets, differing only in material composition or structural design.
## Options at a glance
**5609.00,6307.90 – Made of textile material**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from fabric or woven textile materials (e.g., cotton, polyester).
- **Typical examples:** Fleece-lined pet beds, quilted dog mats, fabric-covered cushions.
- **Best fit when:** The bed is soft, lightweight, and uses fabric as the main structural or covering material.
**9403.20 – Made of base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Built with metal frames or components (e.g., steel, iron), typically rigid and durable.
- **Typical examples:** Metal-framed pet beds, cage-style dog beds with metal supports.
- **Best fit when:** The bed has a metal frame for stability or is designed for heavy-duty use.
**9403.70 – Made of plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed mainly from rigid or molded plastic (e.g., polypropylene, ABS).
- **Typical examples:** Plastic pet crates with built-in beds, molded plastic dog chairs.
- **Best fit when:** The bed is solid, washable, and made entirely or mostly of plastic.
**9404.90 – Fitted with springs or stuffed or internally fitted with any material or of cellular rubber or plastics**
- **Defining trait:** Contains internal padding such as foam, springs, or cellular materials for comfort.
- **Typical examples:** Memory foam pet beds, spring-supported dog mattresses, inflatable pet beds.
- **Best fit when:** The bed has a soft, cushioned interior or is designed for pressure relief.
## Key differences
| Feature | 5609.00,6307.90 | 9403.20 | 9403.70 | 9404.90 |
|-----------------------|----------------|---------------|---------------|------------------------------|
| Primary material | Textile | Base metal | Plastic | Internal filling (foam, springs) |
| Structural rigidity | Low | High | Medium–high | Variable (depends on fill) |
| Comfort focus | Moderate | Low | Low | High |
## How to choose
- Is the bed primarily made of fabric or woven material? → 5609.00,6307.90
- Does it have a metal frame or major metal parts? → 9403.20
- Is it made mostly of rigid plastic (e.g., molded)? → 9403.70
- Does it contain foam, springs, or cellular material inside for cushioning? → 9404.90
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A bed may qualify under multiple codes if, for example, it has a plastic frame (9403.70) and foam padding (9404.90). In such cases, the **main function or defining feature** determines the correct classification. If the core purpose is comfort via internal filling, use 9404.90; if structural material dominates, use 9403.70. No priority rule is implied—user must decide based on primary design intent