## Common ground
All options describe serving trolleys based on their primary material construction.
## Options at a glance
**9403.20 – Base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from metals like steel, iron, or aluminum.
- **Typical examples:** Stainless steel kitchen trolleys, industrial serving carts.
- **Best fit when:** The trolley has a strong, durable metal frame and/or trays.
**9403.40,9403.60 – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made mainly from solid wood or wood-based panels (e.g., plywood).
- **Typical examples:** Wooden dining carts, vintage-style serving trolleys.
- **Best fit when:** The structure is visibly wooden with no metal frame or plastic parts dominating.
**9403.70 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Primarily made from synthetic plastics (e.g., polypropylene, ABS).
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, colorful trolleys for events or cafés.
- **Best fit when:** The trolley is molded plastic with no significant wood or metal components.
**9403.82 – Bamboo**
- **Defining trait:** Made from bamboo, a natural, fast-growing grass used as a structural material.
- **Typical examples:** Eco-friendly serving carts with bamboo frames and trays.
- **Best fit when:** The trolley uses bamboo as the main structural element (not just decorative).
**9403.83 – Rattan**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from rattan, a flexible natural vine used in weaving.
- **Typical examples:** Woven serving trolleys with rattan frames or trays.
- **Best fit when:** The trolley has visible woven rattan structure or material.
**9403.89 – Other materials (cane, osier, etc.)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from natural fibers like cane, osier, or similar pliable materials.
- **Typical examples:** Woven trolleys using reed or willow.
- **Best fit when:** The material is not bamboo or rattan but another natural fiber used in weaving.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Structure | Common Use Case |
|--------|----------------|-----------|------------------|
| 9403.20 | Metal | Rigid, durable | Heavy-duty kitchens |
| 9403.40/60 | Wood | Solid, traditional | Restaurants, homes |
| 9403.70 | Plastic | Lightweight, molded | Events, casual use |
| 9403.82 | Bamboo | Natural, eco-friendly | Sustainable settings |
| 9403.83 | Rattan | Woven, flexible | Decorative or tropical style |
| 9403.89 | Other fibers | Woven, natural | Specialty or artisanal use |
## How to choose
- Is the trolley made mostly of metal? → 9403.20
- Is it primarily wood (solid or panel)? → 9403.40/60
- Is it molded plastic throughout? → 9403.70
- Is bamboo the main structural material? → 9403.82
- Is it woven from rattan? → 9403.83
- Is it made from cane, osier, or similar natural fiber? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- A trolley with a bamboo frame and plastic trays may fit both 9403.82 and 9403.70.
- Rattan and cane are both natural fibers; use 9403.83 for rattan, 9403.89 for others.
- If unsure, prioritize the **dominant material** by volume or structural role