## Common ground
All options describe waste paper bins based on their material composition or structural design.
## Options at a glance
**3924.90 – Plastic material**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from synthetic plastic (e.g., polypropylene, HDPE).
- **Typical examples:** Disposable plastic bins, office desk bins, kitchen waste bins.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is lightweight, molded, and not made of natural fibers or metal.
**4421.9X – Wood**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from solid or processed wood (e.g., plywood, hardwood).
- **Typical examples:** Wooden desk bins, rustic office bins, handmade furniture-style bins.
- **Best fit when:** The bin has a natural wood appearance or is carved/fabricated from wood.
**4602.90 – Plaiting materials, basketwork or wickerwork**
- **Defining trait:** Woven from natural or synthetic fibers (e.g., rattan, bamboo, synthetic rope).
- **Typical examples:** Wicker bins, woven baskets used as trash cans.
- **Best fit when:** The bin has a visible woven structure with open patterns.
**6307.90 – Textile material**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fabric or cloth (e.g., canvas, polyester, felt).
- **Typical examples:** Fabric-lined bins, decorative textile bins, laundry baskets used as paper waste containers.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is soft-sided, flexible, or made of stitched fabric.
**6912.00 – Ceramic**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fired clay or porcelain; typically rigid and non-porous.
- **Typical examples:** Decorative ceramic bins, bathroom-style waste containers.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is glazed, heavy, and has a smooth, brittle surface.
**7323.93 – Stainless steel**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from corrosion-resistant metal; often shiny or brushed.
- **Typical examples:** Office bins, commercial waste bins, kitchen trash cans.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is metallic, durable, and resistant to rust.
**7615.10 – Aluminium**
- **Defining trait:** Made from lightweight, non-rusting aluminum alloy.
- **Typical examples:** Lightweight office bins, outdoor bins, minimalist designs.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is light, shiny, and made of aluminum (not steel).
**9403 – Floor/ground mounted**
- **Defining trait:** Designed to stand on the floor or ground; typically larger and freestanding.
- **Typical examples:** Large office bins, hallway waste bins, industrial trash cans.
- **Best fit when:** The bin is tall, stable, and meant to be placed on the floor (not on desks).
## Key differences
| Option | Material | Structure | Size/Use |
|-------|----------|-----------|----------|
| 3924.90 | Plastic | Molded | Desk or floor |
| 4421.9X | Wood | Solid | Desk or floor |
| 4602.90 | Woven fiber | Open weave | Decorative |
| 6307.90 | Fabric | Soft-sided | Indoor use |
| 6912.00 | Ceramic | Brittle | Decorative |
| 7323.93 | Stainless steel | Rigid metal | Heavy-duty |
| 7615.10 | Aluminium | Lightweight metal | Modern design |
| 9403 | Any | Freestanding | Floor-mounted |
## How to choose
- Is the bin made of plastic? → 3924.90
- Is it made of wood? → 4421.9X
- Is it woven from rattan or rope? → 4602.90
- Is it made of fabric or cloth? → 6307.90
- Is it glazed ceramic? → 6912.00
- Is it shiny, rust-resistant metal (not aluminum)? → 7323.93
- Is it lightweight, silvery metal (aluminum)? → 7615.10
- Is it designed to stand on the floor or ground? → 9403
## Overlaps & pitfalls
A bin can be both **stainless steel** and **floor-mounted**, or **plastic** and **floor-mounted** — in such cases, prioritize the **material** unless the primary function is floor placement. The label "9403" applies to any bin placed on the ground, regardless of material. If unsure, use the most defining trait: material over structure