HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9401.10 – Seats; of a kind used for aircraft
HS code 9401.10 is the 6-digit subheading for seats, of a kind used for aircraft. It is used for economy class aircraft seats, business class aircraft seats, first class aircraft suites, pilot cockpit seats and flight attendant jump seats.
What HS 9401.10 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Recaro aircraft seats
- Safran Seats
- Collins Aerospace Meridian seats
- ZIM Aircraft Seating
Codes often confused with 9401.10
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940110, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940110 in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United Kingdom $726M 45% of world exports
- 2 Germany $337M 21% of world exports
- 3 France $105M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $552M 32% of world imports
- 2 France $176M 10% of world imports
- 3 Germany $156M 8.9% of world imports
World total: $1.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 9401.10 2
Brazil splits HS 9401.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 94.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
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Questions about HS 9401.10
What is HS code 940110?
HS code 940110 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940110?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940110 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($726M, 45% of world exports), Germany ($337M) and France ($105M). World exports came to about $1.6B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 940110?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940110 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($552M, 32% of world imports), France ($176M) and Germany ($156M). World imports came to about $1.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940110?
Brazil splits HS code 940110 into 2 NCM codes: 9401.10.10 (Aircraft ejection seats), 9401.10.90 (Other aircraft seats). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.