## Common ground
All options are drawing tables—furniture designed for drawing or sketching, typically with a flat surface and adjustable height or angle.
## Options at a glance
**9403.10 – Base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from steel, iron, or other base metals.
- **Typical examples:** Steel drafting tables with adjustable tilting surfaces.
- **Best fit when:** Durability and heavy-duty use are key (e.g., industrial design studios).
**9403.30 – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made from solid or veneered wood, often traditional in appearance.
- **Typical examples:** Wooden drafting tables with wooden legs and a wooden surface.
- **Best fit when:** Aesthetic appeal, classic design, or natural material preference matters.
**9403.70 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Built using synthetic plastic materials (e.g., polypropylene, ABS).
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, modern drafting tables for schools or home use.
- **Best fit when:** Low cost, light weight, and easy maintenance are priorities.
**9403.82 – Bamboo**
- **Defining trait:** Made from bamboo, a fast-growing natural fiber known for strength and sustainability.
- **Typical examples:** Eco-friendly drafting tables with bamboo frames or surfaces.
- **Best fit when:** Sustainability and modern eco-design are important.
**9403.83 – Rattan**
- **Defining trait:** Crafted from rattan, a flexible natural vine used in woven furniture.
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, handcrafted drawing tables with woven surfaces.
- **Best fit when:** Artistic or decorative style is desired; not for heavy use.
**9403.89 – Other materials (cane, osier, etc.)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from natural fibers like cane, osier, or similar pliable materials.
- **Typical examples:** Woven cane tables with a light frame; traditional or artisanal designs.
- **Best fit when:** The table uses non-wood, non-metal, non-plastic natural fibers in a woven form.
## Key differences
| Feature | Base Metal | Wood | Plastic | Bamboo | Rattan | Other Materials |
|-----------------|------------|------|---------|--------|--------|-----------------|
| Material type | Metal | Wood | Plastic | Plant fiber | Plant fiber | Natural fiber (woven) |
| Durability | High | Medium | Low | High | Low | Low–Medium |
| Weight | Heavy | Medium | Light | Medium | Light | Light |
| Aesthetic | Industrial | Classic | Modern | Eco-chic | Artistic | Handcrafted |
## How to choose
- Is the table primarily made of steel or iron? → 9403.10
- Is it made of solid wood or wood veneer? → 9403.30
- Is it made from plastic (e.g., molded or extruded)? → 9403.70
- Does it use bamboo as the main structural material? → 9403.82
- Is it woven from rattan or similar flexible natural stems? → 9403.83
- Is it made from cane, osier, or other pliable natural fibers (not wood/plastic/metal)? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- Bamboo and rattan may overlap with "other materials" if not clearly specified; bamboo is distinct due to its structural use.
- Plastic tables may resemble metal in function but are lighter and less durable—avoid confusion by checking material composition.
- If a table uses multiple materials (e.g., wood frame with plastic top), prioritize the **main structural material**.
- No option clearly defines "primary" material; users should choose based on the **dominant or defining material**