HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9401.20 – Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles
HS code 9401.20 is the 6-digit subheading for seats, of a kind used for motor vehicles. It is used for car front seats, car rear bench seats, truck driver seats, bus passenger seats and racing bucket seats.
What HS 9401.20 covers
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.
- Covers
- Car front seats
- Car rear bench seats
- Truck driver seats
- Bus passenger seats
- Racing bucket seats
- Child safety car seats (integrated)
- Automotive seat frames
- Examples
- Recaro automotive seats
- Lear Corporation seats
- Adient seats
- Faurecia automotive seating
Codes often confused with 9401.20
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940120 in UN Comtrade data was Czechia, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 20% 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 Czechia $521M 15% of world exports
- 2 Germany $435M 13% of world exports
- 3 China $426M 12% of world exports
World total: $3.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $745M 20% of world imports
- 2 Spain $403M 11% of world imports
- 3 Mexico $264M 7.1% of world imports
World total: $3.7B 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 code for 9401.20
Brazil does not split HS 9401.20: its NCM code is 9401.20.00.
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 9401.20
What is HS code 940120?
HS code 940120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940120 in UN Comtrade data were Czechia ($521M, 15% of world exports), Germany ($435M) and China ($426M). World exports came to about $3.5B, 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 940120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940120 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($745M, 20% of world imports), Spain ($403M) and Mexico ($264M). World imports came to about $3.7B, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940120?
In Brazil, HS code 940120 is NCM 9401.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.