## Common ground
All options are trash bins designed for non-household use, such as commercial, industrial, or public settings.
## Options at a glance
**3926.90 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from synthetic plastic, often durable and lightweight.
- **Typical examples:** Outdoor waste bins, office recycling bins, food service trash cans.
- **Best fit when:** Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and low-maintenance bins are needed.
**4421.9X – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from natural wood, often for aesthetic or rustic appeal.
- **Typical examples:** Garden waste bins, park benches with built-in trash, café outdoor bins.
- **Best fit when:** A natural, decorative appearance is desired in public or semi-outdoor spaces.
**4602.90 – Plaiting materials, basketwork or wickerwork**
- **Defining trait:** Woven from flexible plant fibers (e.g., rattan, bamboo), typically lightweight and non-metallic.
- **Typical examples:** Decorative park bins, beachside waste containers, garden use.
- **Best fit when:** A natural, handcrafted look is preferred and durability is secondary.
**6307.90 – Textile material**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fabric or cloth (e.g., canvas), often used for temporary or soft-sided bins.
- **Typical examples:** Temporary event waste bags, portable trash sacks, market stalls.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is flexible, collapsible, or intended for short-term use.
**6912.00 – Ceramic**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fired clay, usually decorative and fragile.
- **Typical examples:** Indoor decorative bins in lobbies, public restrooms, art installations.
- **Best fit when:** A high-end, non-functional or display-only bin is needed.
**7310 – Iron/steel, ≤300L, no mechanical equipment**
- **Defining trait:** Heavy-duty steel or iron construction with capacity limit and no added mechanisms.
- **Typical examples:** Industrial waste bins, factory floor bins, municipal street bins.
- **Best fit when:** High durability and large capacity (up to 300L) are required in tough environments.
**7326.90 – Iron/steel**
- **Defining trait:** Made of iron or steel but without the 300L capacity limit or specific construction rules.
- **Typical examples:** Large industrial dumpsters, warehouse waste containers, heavy-duty bins.
- **Best fit when:** The bin exceeds 300L or is used in high-stress environments.
**7615.10 – Aluminium**
- **Defining trait:** Lightweight yet strong, corrosion-resistant metal construction.
- **Typical examples:** Airport trash cans, hospital waste bins, mobile service units.
- **Best fit when:** Portability and resistance to rust are key, especially in wet or coastal areas.
**9403 – Floor/ground constructed**
- **Defining trait:** Designed to be placed directly on the floor or ground, not mounted or suspended.
- **Typical examples:** Most standard public or office bins, street-side containers.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is meant for standalone placement in walkways, offices, or streets.
## Key differences
| Option | Material | Capacity/Size | Durability | Use Case |
|-------|----------|----------------|------------|----------|
| 3926.90 | Plastic | Any | Medium | General use |
| 4421.9X | Wood | Any | Low-Med | Aesthetic |
| 4602.90 | Wicker | Small | Low | Decorative |
| 6307.90 | Textile | Small | Very low | Temporary |
| 6912.00 | Ceramic | Small | Low | Decorative |
| 7310 | Steel/Iron | ≤300L | High | Standard industrial |
| 7326.90 | Steel/Iron | Any | Very high | Large/industrial |
| 7615.10 | Aluminium | Any | High | Corrosion-prone areas |
| 9403 | Any | Any | Varies | Floor/ground placement |
## How to choose
- Is the bin made of plastic? → 3926.90
- Is it made of wood or wicker? → 4421.9X or 4602.90
- Is it made of fabric or cloth? → 6307.90
- Is it ceramic? → 6912.00
- Is it steel/iron and ≤300L? → 7310
- Is it steel/iron and >300L or heavy-duty? → 7326.90
- Is it aluminium? → 7615.10
- Is it designed to sit on the floor/ground? → 9403
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- **Overlaps:** A steel bin (7310 or 7326.90) may also be floor-mounted (9403). A plastic bin (3926.90) can be floor-mounted too.
- **Pitfall:** "Made of" vs. "constructed for" – material is primary; placement is secondary. If both apply, prioritize the main function or defining feature.
- **Unclear:** 4421.9X lacks a specific subcode; may need further clarification