## Common ground
All options are needlework tables classified under HS Code 9403, meaning they are furniture designed for sewing or embroidery work.
## Options at a glance
**9403.20 – Base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from metals like steel or iron.
- **Typical examples:** Metal-framed tables with adjustable height, durable for heavy use.
- **Best fit when:** The table has a metallic frame or structure, especially if it’s industrial or commercial.
**9403.50, 9403.60 – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made entirely or mainly from solid wood (e.g., pine, oak).
- **Typical examples:** Traditional wooden embroidery tables with drawers or storage.
- **Best fit when:** The table is made of natural wood, including veneered or laminated wood.
**9403.70 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from synthetic plastic (e.g., polypropylene, ABS).
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, foldable tables for home use; often used in craft rooms.
- **Best fit when:** The table is molded or formed from plastic, especially if it’s modern or budget-friendly.
**9403.82 – Bamboo**
- **Defining trait:** Made from bamboo, a fast-growing grass used as a sustainable wood substitute.
- **Typical examples:** Eco-friendly tables with natural grain appearance; common in Asian design.
- **Best fit when:** The table is visibly made of bamboo poles or planks.
**9403.83 – Rattan**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from rattan, a flexible tropical vine used in woven furniture.
- **Typical examples:** Woven frames with openwork design; often lightweight and decorative.
- **Best fit when:** The table has a woven or plaited structure, especially with visible strands.
**9403.89 – Other materials (cane, osier, etc.)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from natural fibers like cane, willow (osier), or similar plant materials.
- **Typical examples:** Woven tables with a rustic or traditional look; often used in country-style interiors.
- **Best fit when:** The table uses non-wood, non-bamboo, non-rattan natural fibers in its construction.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Structure | Sustainability | Common Use |
|-------|----------------|-----------|----------------|-------------|
| 9403.20 | Metal | Rigid frame | Low to medium | Industrial, heavy-duty |
| 9403.50/60 | Wood | Solid or laminated | Medium | Traditional, home use |
| 9403.70 | Plastic | Molded or lightweight | Low | Casual, portable |
| 9403.82 | Bamboo | Rigid, natural grain | High | Eco-friendly design |
| 9403.83 | Rattan | Woven, flexible | High | Decorative, rustic |
| 9403.89 | Cane/osier | Woven, natural fiber | High | Traditional, artisanal |
## How to choose
- Is the table made of metal? → 9403.20
- Is it made of solid or laminated wood? → 9403.50/60
- Is it molded from plastic? → 9403.70
- Does it look like bamboo with visible grain? → 9403.82
- Is it woven with flexible strands (like rattan)? → 9403.83
- Is it made of other natural fibers (e.g., cane, willow)? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- Rattan and bamboo may look similar; bamboo is rigid, rattan is flexible and woven.
- Cane and osier fall under 9403.89; avoid confusion with rattan (9403.83).
- If a table uses multiple materials (e.g., wooden frame with cane top), prioritize the **main structural material**.
- No priority rule given—choose based on the product’s **defining feature**