## Common ground
All options are storage racks classified by their primary material.
## Options at a glance
**9403.10 – Base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from iron, steel, or other base metals.
- **Typical examples:** Steel shelving units, industrial warehouse racks.
- **Best fit when:** The rack is strong, heavy-duty, and designed for industrial or commercial use.
**9403.30 – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Made mainly from solid wood or wood-based panels (e.g., plywood).
- **Typical examples:** Wooden bookshelves, kitchen storage racks.
- **Best fit when:** The rack has a natural aesthetic and is used in homes or offices.
**9403.70 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Primarily made from synthetic plastic (e.g., polypropylene, PVC).
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight kitchen organizers, bathroom storage bins.
- **Best fit when:** The rack is lightweight, moisture-resistant, and used in households or wet areas.
**9403.82 – Bamboo**
- **Defining trait:** Made from bamboo, a fast-growing grass with wood-like properties.
- **Typical examples:** Eco-friendly closet racks, minimalist home shelves.
- **Best fit when:** The product emphasizes sustainability and natural design.
**9403.83 – Rattan**
- **Defining trait:** Crafted from rattan, a tropical vine used in woven furniture.
- **Typical examples:** Woven storage baskets, decorative wall racks.
- **Best fit when:** The rack has a handcrafted, woven appearance and is used decoratively.
**9403.89 – Other materials (cane, osier, etc.)**
- **Defining trait:** Made from natural fibers like cane, osier (willow), or similar pliable materials.
- **Typical examples:** Woven baskets, rustic storage units.
- **Best fit when:** The material is flexible and woven, not solid, and used for light-duty storage.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Structure | Common Use | Sustainability |
|--------|----------------|-----------|--------------|----------------|
| 9403.10 | Metal | Rigid, structural | Industrial | Low to moderate |
| 9403.30 | Wood | Solid, stable | Residential | Moderate |
| 9403.70 | Plastic | Lightweight, molded | Household | Low |
| 9403.82 | Bamboo | Natural, rigid | Eco-friendly | High |
| 9403.83 | Rattan | Woven, flexible | Decorative | High |
| 9403.89 | Cane/osier | Woven, pliable | Decorative/light-duty | High |
## How to choose
- Is the rack made of steel or iron? → 9403.10
- Is it primarily wood (solid or panel)? → 9403.30
- Is it made of molded plastic? → 9403.70
- Is it made from bamboo? → 9403.82
- Is it woven from rattan? → 9403.83
- Is it made from cane, willow, or similar pliable natural fiber? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- Rattan and cane/osier both fall under natural fibers; if the rack is woven but not rattan, use 9403.89.
- Bamboo may be mistaken for wood, but it’s a grass—use 9403.82 only if clearly bamboo.
- Plastic vs. wood: If the material is synthetic and molded, not wood-like, choose 9403.70.
- No priority rule given; use the **main material** as the deciding factor