Shelf / Rack in foreign trade usually refers to a structure used for displaying or storing goods, commonly seen in supermarkets, warehouses, and exhibitions. As an export product, shelves fall under the category of furniture or metal products, and attention must be paid to quality standards in different markets (such as EU EN standards, US ANSI/BIFMA), load-bearing requirements, materials (steel, wood, plastic), and surface treatment (spray coating, galvanizing). Usage scenarios include: when exporting customs declaration, the product name and HS code must be clearly specified (e.g., 9403.20 steel shelves); during sea freight, packaging (disassembled or assembled) must be considered to save volume; in customer negotiations, dimensions, number of layers, color, and custom LOGO must be confirmed. Precautions: avoid confusion with 'Pallet', which is used for handling, while shelves are used for storage; also distinguish between 'Display Rack' and 'Storage Rack', the former focusing on retail display, the latter on warehouse stacking. In addition, anti-dumping duties may apply to certain steel shelves, so the destination country's policies should be checked in advance.
📝 Examples
1. The steel shelves we export feature a detachable design, with each layer bearing 200 kg, suitable for supermarkets and warehouses. (Explains product features and applicable scenarios)
2. Please confirm the packaging method for the shelves. If shipped fully assembled, a 40-foot high cube container can only hold 120 sets; if disassembled, it can hold 300 sets. (Explains the impact of packaging on transportation costs)
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