HS Code 94.02 – Furniture; medical, surgical, dental or veterinary (e.g. operating tables, hospital beds, dentists' chairs) barbers' chairs; parts

HS code 9402 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Furniture; medical, surgical, dental or veterinary (e.g. operating tables, hospital beds, dentists' chairs) barbers' chairs; parts. HS Heading 9402 is specifically dedicated to specialized furniture designed for medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary purposes, as well as barbers' chairs and similar salon furniture, including their parts. This heading stands apart from general furniture (9401 and 9403) by its explicit functional designation, catering to the unique requirements of healthcare, animal care, and personal grooming industries. It encompasses a wide array of items, from sophisticated operating tables and adjustable hospital beds to dentists' chairs with integrated equipment and veterinary examination tables. The scope is defined by the furniture's intended use in professional settings where specific patient or client care is paramount, often involving ergonomic design, hygiene considerations, and specialized mechanisms. Parts identifiable as solely or principally for use with these specialized pieces of furniture are also classified here. Accurate classification under 9402 is critical for compliance, as these goods may be subject to different regulatory requirements, import duties, and trade policies compared to general furniture, sometimes benefiting from exemptions or specific certifications related to medical devices. This heading plays a vital role within Chapter 94 by carving out a distinct category for functionally specific furniture essential to various service sectors worldwide.

Hospital beds (manual), Electric hospital beds, Operating tables, Examination tables, Dentists' chairs, Medical treatment chairs, Veterinary operating tables, Patient stretchers, Gynecological examination chairs, Dialysis chairs, Barbers' chairs, Hair salon chairs, Pedicure chairs, Medical carts (designed for specific medical functions), Hydraulic systems for medical chairs, Specialized bed frames for hospitals, Headrests for dental chairs, Patient transfer systems (fixed furniture), Medical instrument tables, Autopsy tables, Mortuary tables.

A common mistake is classifying general seating that might be used in a medical office (e.g., waiting room chairs) under 9402; these belong in 9401. The key differentiator for 9402 is the *specific medical, surgical, dental, veterinary, or barbering function* of the furniture itself. Similarly, general office desks used in a hospital administrative area would fall under 9403, not 9402. Parts of general electrical or mechanical apparatus (e.g., motors, pumps) that are not uniquely identifiable as parts of the furniture of 9402 should be classified in their respective chapters (e.g., Chapter 84 or 85).

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 9402 in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.3B, 24% of world exports), the United States ($796M) and Germany ($652M). World exports came to about $5.5B, 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.

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 9402 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.3B, 23% of world imports), Germany ($455M) and Canada ($356M). World imports came to about $5.7B, 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.

HS code 9402 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 94 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (94) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (02) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.