HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9401.71 – Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)
HS code 9401.71 is the 6-digit subheading for seats, with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). It is used for metal frame sofas, upholstered metal dining chairs, office chairs with metal frames (upholstered), metal frame bar stools (upholstered) and lounge chairs with metal frames.
What HS 9401.71 covers
This category covers upholstered seating built upon sturdy metal frames, a common choice for both residential and commercial applications due to its durability and modern aesthetic. These seats are found in contemporary homes, offices, restaurants, and public spaces. Major importers are typically developed economies with strong consumer and commercial demand for stylish and long-lasting furniture, including countries in North America and Western Europe. Exporters often include nations with advanced metalworking capabilities and efficient furniture manufacturing, such as China, Italy, and various Eastern European countries. Key trade considerations involve the quality and type of metal used (e.g., steel, aluminum), upholstery materials, design innovation, and compliance with safety and flammability standards. The market is driven by trends in interior design, the need for robust contract furniture, and the increasing demand for ergonomic solutions.
- Covers
- Metal frame sofas
- Upholstered metal dining chairs
- Office chairs with metal frames (upholstered)
- Metal frame bar stools (upholstered)
- Lounge chairs with metal frames
- Modular seating with metal frames
- Upholstered benches with metal frames
- Examples
- Herman Miller Aeron Chair (upholstered variants)
- Knoll Barcelona Chair
- Steelcase Gesture Chair
- IKEA Markus Chair
Codes often confused with 9401.71
Common mistake. This code can be confused with 940161 (upholstered seats with wooden frames) due to upholstery, or 940179 (non-upholstered metal frame seats) if the upholstery is minimal or removable.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940171, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940171 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% 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 China $6.9B 64% of world exports
- 2 Italy $651M 6.0% of world exports
- 3 Germany $440M 4.0% of world exports
World total: $10.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.8B 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $849M 10% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $381M 4.6% of world imports
World total: $8.4B 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 9401.71
Brazil does not split HS 9401.71: its NCM code is 9401.71.00.
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.
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.
Questions about HS 9401.71
What is HS code 940171?
HS code 940171 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). This category covers upholstered seating built upon sturdy metal frames, a common choice for both residential and commercial applications due to its durability and modern aesthetic. These seats are found in contemporary homes, offices, restaurants, and public spaces. Major importers are typically developed economies with strong consumer and commercial demand for stylish and long-lasting furniture, including countries in North America and Western Europe. Exporters often include nations with advanced metalworking capabilities and efficient furniture manufacturing, such as China, Italy, and various Eastern European countries. Key trade considerations involve the quality and type of metal used (e.g., steel, aluminum), upholstery materials, design innovation, and compliance with safety and flammability standards. The market is driven by trends in interior design, the need for robust contract furniture, and the increasing demand for ergonomic solutions.
What products fall under HS code 940171?
Metal frame sofas, Upholstered metal dining chairs, Office chairs with metal frames (upholstered), Metal frame bar stools (upholstered), Lounge chairs with metal frames, Modular seating with metal frames, Upholstered benches with metal frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940171?
This code can be confused with 940161 (upholstered seats with wooden frames) due to upholstery, or 940179 (non-upholstered metal frame seats) if the upholstery is minimal or removable.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940171?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940171 in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.9B, 64% of world exports), Italy ($651M) and Germany ($440M). World exports came to about $10.9B, 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 940171?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940171 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.8B, 21% of world imports), Germany ($849M) and the United Kingdom ($381M). World imports came to about $8.4B, 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 940171 structured?
HS code 940171 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 (71) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940171?
In Brazil, HS code 940171 is NCM 9401.71.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.