## Common ground
All options describe phone booths made from different materials, falling under the same HS Code category for furniture.
## Options at a glance
**9403.20 – Made of base metal**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed primarily from metals like steel or aluminum.
- **Typical examples:** Steel-reinforced public phone booths with metal frames and panels.
- **Best fit when:** The booth has a durable, industrial appearance and is designed for high-traffic or outdoor use.
**9403.50 – Made of wood**
- ** **Defining trait:** Built using solid or veneered wood materials.
- **Typical examples:** Vintage-style phone booths with wooden panels or frames.
- **Best fit when:** The booth has a classic, aesthetic, or interior-decor style.
**9403.70 – Made of plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from molded or sheet plastics (e.g., polycarbonate, PVC).
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight, modern phone booths with transparent or colored plastic walls.
- **Best fit when:** The booth is lightweight, weather-resistant, and often used in public spaces like malls or airports.
**9403.89 – Furniture of other materials**
- **Defining trait:** Made from non-metal, non-wood, non-plastic materials like cane, osier, or composite fibers.
- **Typical examples:** Woven reed or bamboo phone booths; eco-friendly designs using natural fibers.
- **Best fit when:** The booth uses natural, flexible, or artisanal materials not covered by the other categories.
## Key differences
| Feature | 9403.20 (Base metal) | 9403.50 (Wood) | 9403.70 (Plastic) | 9403.89 (Other) |
|------------------|------------------------|----------------|--------------------|------------------|
| Material | Steel, aluminum | Solid/veneer wood | Plastic (molded) | Cane, osier, etc. |
| Durability | High | Medium | Medium | Low to medium |
| Aesthetic | Industrial | Classic | Modern | Natural/artisanal |
## How to choose
- Is the booth primarily made of steel or aluminum? → 9403.20
- Does it use solid or veneered wood? → 9403.50
- Is it made from molded or sheet plastic (e.g., clear panels)? → 9403.70
- Is the material natural, woven, or non-standard (like cane)? → 9403.89
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A booth with a wooden frame and plastic panels could fit both 9403.50 and 9403.70. Similarly, a composite material might blur lines between 9403.70 and 9403.89. If multiple materials are used, prioritize the **main structural or visible material**. No priority rule is implied—choose based on the product’s defining feature