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Furniture Legs

Furniture legs are structural components that support the weight of furniture items such as tables, chairs, sofas, beds, and cabinets. They contribute to the stability, height, and aesthetic design of the furniture.

Materials

A diverse range of materials are used in furniture leg construction, each offering distinct properties:

• Wood: A traditional choice, offering warmth, strength, and workability. Common wood species include:
  • Hardwoods (e.g., maple, oak, beech, walnut): Durable, strong, and often used for visible legs and load-bearing applications.
  • Softwoods (e.g., pine, fir): Less expensive and easier to work with, often used for painted legs or hidden structural elements.
  • Engineered Wood (e.g., plywood, MDF): Offers stability and affordability, suitable for various leg designs.
• Metal: Provides strength, durability, and a modern aesthetic. Common metals include:
  • Steel: Strong, versatile, and often powder-coated for corrosion resistance.
  • Iron: Durable and can be cast into intricate designs.
  • Aluminum: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, suitable for outdoor furniture.
  • Stainless Steel: Highly corrosion-resistant, often used for contemporary designs.
• Plastic: Lightweight, affordable, and available in various colors and styles. Often used for outdoor or casual furniture.
• Stone: (e.g. Marble, Granite) Provides a luxurious, heavy and stable base, often used for tables and decorative furniture.

Purpose & Function

• Support: The primary function is to bear the weight of the furniture and its contents.
• Stability: Leg design and placement contribute to the overall stability of the furniture, preventing tipping or wobbling.
• Height: Legs determine the usable height of the furniture.
• Aesthetic Design: Legs significantly influence the furniture's style and appearance.
• Leveling: Some legs include adjustable feet or mechanisms to compensate for uneven floors.

Usage Scenarios

Furniture legs are employed in a wide range of furniture applications:

• Tables: Dining tables, coffee tables, end tables, console tables.
• Chairs & Stools: Dining chairs, office chairs, bar stools.
• Sofas & Couches: Provide support and elevate the seating surface.
• Beds: Support the mattress and box spring.
• Cabinets & Dressers: Support the structure and provide a base.
• Outdoor Furniture: Designed to withstand weather conditions.

Common Types

• Straight Legs: Simple, cylindrical or square legs, offering a classic look.
• Tapered Legs: Narrowing legs, often found in traditional furniture styles.
• Fluted Legs: Legs with vertical grooves, adding decorative detail.
• Cabriole Legs: Curved, ornate legs, characteristic of Queen Anne and Chippendale styles.
• Turned Legs: Shaped legs created using a lathe, offering various decorative profiles.
• Splayed Legs: Angled legs, providing a wider base for stability.
• Hairpin Legs: Metal legs with a hairpin shape, popular in mid-century modern designs.
• Pedestal Legs: A single, central support column, often used for tables.
• Adjustable Legs: Legs with leveling feet or height adjustment mechanisms.

Furniture legs are components used to support furniture items, providing elevation and stability. They are typically made of wood, metal, plastic, or composite materials and come in various shapes, sizes, and designs. They are used in chairs, tables, sofas, beds, and other furniture pieces.

• 4403.20

  • Chapter 44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal. This chapter covers articles made of wood.
  • Heading 4403: Furniture suitable for the kitchen or dining-room. This heading specifically includes furniture designed for kitchen or dining use.
  • Subheading 4403.20: Seats with backs and seats without backs and parts thereof. This subheading covers seats and their components, including legs intended for use with such seats.

• 8302.42

  • Chapter 83: Miscellaneous articles of base metal. This chapter covers a wide range of articles made from base metals.
  • Heading 8302: Furniture, seats and parts thereof, of base metal. This heading specifically includes furniture and parts made from base metals.
  • Subheading 8302.42: Parts of furniture. This subheading covers components used in furniture construction, such as legs.

• 3926.90

  • Chapter 39: Plastics and articles thereof. This chapter covers articles made of plastics.
  • Heading 3926: Articles of plastics and rubber. This heading covers a variety of articles made from plastics and rubber.
  • Subheading 3926.90: Other articles. This subheading covers plastic articles not specifically classified elsewhere, which could include furniture legs.

• 9403.60

  • Chapter 94: Furniture; bedding, mattresses, support, stuffing and similar furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included. This chapter covers furniture and related items.
  • Heading 9403: Seats, whether or not having armrests, backrests and headrests, upholstered or not; convertible seats, convertible beds, and similar furniture. This heading specifically includes seats and related furniture.
  • Subheading 9403.60: Parts. This subheading covers components used in furniture construction, such as legs.

Regarding HS code 8302.42, it should be noted that the material verification requirements may apply to confirm the base metal composition.