About HS Code 940110
This category covers highly specialized seating designed exclusively for aircraft, ranging from passenger seats in commercial airliners to pilot seats and crew rest modules. The international trade is dominated by major aircraft manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus, along with specialized aerospace suppliers who design and produce these components. Key considerations for these seats include stringent safety certifications (e.g., FAA, EASA), lightweight materials to optimize fuel efficiency, fire resistance, and ergonomic design for both passenger comfort and crew efficiency during long flights. The market is driven by new aircraft orders, fleet upgrades, and the ongoing maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities within the aviation industry. Innovation often focuses on space optimization and enhanced passenger experience.
Products Under This Code
Economy class aircraft seats, business class aircraft seats, first class aircraft suites, pilot cockpit seats, flight attendant jump seats, crew rest module seats, aircraft passenger seat frames
Real World Examples
Recaro aircraft seats, Safran Seats, Collins Aerospace Meridian seats, ZIM Aircraft Seating
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 940120 (motor vehicle seats) or 940190 (parts of seats) if not clearly identifiable as aircraft-specific. The critical distinction is the unique certification and design requirements for aviation use.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Products Classified Under 9401.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
Top importing and exporting countries are those with major aerospace industries, such as the USA, France, Germany, and the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940110?
HS code 940110 covers: Seats; of a kind used for aircraft. This category covers highly specialized seating designed exclusively for aircraft, ranging from passenger seats in commercial airliners to pilot seats and crew rest modules. The international trade is dominated by major aircraft manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus, along with specialized aerospace suppliers who design and produce these components. Key considerations for these seats include stringent safety certifications (e.g., FAA, EASA), lightweight materials to optimize fuel efficiency, fire resistance, and ergonomic design for both passenger comfort and crew efficiency during long flights. The market is driven by new aircraft orders, fleet upgrades, and the ongoing maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities within the aviation industry. Innovation often focuses on space optimization and enhanced passenger experience.
What products fall under HS code 940110?
Economy class aircraft seats, business class aircraft seats, first class aircraft suites, pilot cockpit seats, flight attendant jump seats, crew rest module seats, aircraft passenger seat frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940110?
Often confused with 940120 (motor vehicle seats) or 940190 (parts of seats) if not clearly identifiable as aircraft-specific. The critical distinction is the unique certification and design requirements for aviation use.
How is HS code 940110 structured?
HS code 940110 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (94) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.