HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 9401.80 – Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)
HS code 9401.80 is the 6-digit subheading for seats, n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). It is used for plastic chairs, rattan chairs, bamboo stools, bean bags and inflatable chairs.
What HS 9401.80 covers
This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) code acts as a catch-all for seats that don't fit neatly into the more specific categories of heading 9401, particularly those with frames made from materials other than wood or metal, or composite materials. This includes seats made from plastics, rattan, bamboo, or a combination of materials not predominantly wood or metal. These diverse seating types cater to niche markets, specialized designs, or innovative material uses, ranging from designer pieces to highly functional outdoor furniture. Importers are varied, often seeking unique designs or cost-effective solutions, including countries with strong design industries or large retail markets. Exporters can be found globally, particularly in regions specializing in specific materials like rattan (Southeast Asia) or plastics (China, Europe). Trade considerations involve material properties, design innovation, sustainability of alternative materials, and compliance with various safety and environmental regulations.
- Covers
- Plastic chairs
- Rattan chairs
- Bamboo stools
- Bean bags
- Inflatable chairs
- Composite material chairs
- Wicker armchairs
- Examples
- Kartell Louis Ghost Chair
- Eames Plastic Chair
- IKEA Poäng Armchair (if frame is not predominantly wood/metal)
- Fatboy Original Bean Bag
Codes often confused with 9401.80
Common mistake. This code is a residual category and can be confused with other 9401 subheadings if the primary frame material is ambiguous, or with 940380 (other furniture of other materials) if its primary function as a seat is not clear.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 940180, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 940180 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 $2.7B 48% of world exports
- 2 Italy $439M 7.9% of world exports
- 3 Morocco $438M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $5.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $422M 8.1% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $277M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 9401.80
Brazil does not split HS 9401.80: its NCM code is 9401.80.00.
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 9401.80
What is HS code 940180?
HS code 940180 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). This "not elsewhere specified" (n.e.c.) code acts as a catch-all for seats that don't fit neatly into the more specific categories of heading 9401, particularly those with frames made from materials other than wood or metal, or composite materials. This includes seats made from plastics, rattan, bamboo, or a combination of materials not predominantly wood or metal. These diverse seating types cater to niche markets, specialized designs, or innovative material uses, ranging from designer pieces to highly functional outdoor furniture. Importers are varied, often seeking unique designs or cost-effective solutions, including countries with strong design industries or large retail markets. Exporters can be found globally, particularly in regions specializing in specific materials like rattan (Southeast Asia) or plastics (China, Europe). Trade considerations involve material properties, design innovation, sustainability of alternative materials, and compliance with various safety and environmental regulations.
What products fall under HS code 940180?
Plastic chairs, Rattan chairs, Bamboo stools, Bean bags, Inflatable chairs, Composite material chairs, Wicker armchairs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940180?
This code is a residual category and can be confused with other 9401 subheadings if the primary frame material is ambiguous, or with 940380 (other furniture of other materials) if its primary function as a seat is not clear.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 940180?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 940180 in UN Comtrade data were China ($2.7B, 48% of world exports), Italy ($439M) and Morocco ($438M). World exports came to about $5.6B, 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 940180?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 940180 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 23% of world imports), Germany ($422M) and the Netherlands ($277M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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 940180 structured?
HS code 940180 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 (80) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 940180?
In Brazil, HS code 940180 is NCM 9401.80.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.