About HS Code 940120
This HS code encompasses all types of seats specifically designed for installation in motor vehicles, from standard car seats to specialized racing seats, truck seats, and bus seats. The international trade is primarily driven by global automotive manufacturers and their tier-1 suppliers, who often operate complex, integrated supply chains across multiple countries. Key factors influencing trade include stringent safety standards (e.g., crash test ratings, airbag integration), ergonomic design for driver and passenger comfort, material durability to withstand wear and tear, and increasingly, advanced features like heating, ventilation, and electronic adjustments. The market is constantly evolving due to new vehicle production, aftermarket upgrades, and the demand for replacement parts, making it a high-volume trade sector.
Products Under This Code
Car front seats, car rear bench seats, truck driver seats, bus passenger seats, racing bucket seats, child safety car seats (integrated), automotive seat frames
Real World Examples
Recaro automotive seats, Lear Corporation seats, Adient seats, Faurecia automotive seating
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 940110 (aircraft seats) due to similar function, or 940190 (parts of seats) if only components are traded. The defining characteristic is their specific design and certification for motor vehicle 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 9401.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
Major players in this trade are countries with large automotive manufacturing sectors, including Germany, Japan, USA, China, and Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940120?
HS code 940120 covers: Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles. This HS code encompasses all types of seats specifically designed for installation in motor vehicles, from standard car seats to specialized racing seats, truck seats, and bus seats. The international trade is primarily driven by global automotive manufacturers and their tier-1 suppliers, who often operate complex, integrated supply chains across multiple countries. Key factors influencing trade include stringent safety standards (e.g., crash test ratings, airbag integration), ergonomic design for driver and passenger comfort, material durability to withstand wear and tear, and increasingly, advanced features like heating, ventilation, and electronic adjustments. The market is constantly evolving due to new vehicle production, aftermarket upgrades, and the demand for replacement parts, making it a high-volume trade sector.
What products fall under HS code 940120?
Car front seats, car rear bench seats, truck driver seats, bus passenger seats, racing bucket seats, child safety car seats (integrated), automotive seat frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940120?
Can be confused with 940110 (aircraft seats) due to similar function, or 940190 (parts of seats) if only components are traded. The defining characteristic is their specific design and certification for motor vehicle use.
How is HS code 940120 structured?
HS code 940120 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 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.