About HS Code 940320
This HS code encompasses metal furniture designed for various uses outside of traditional office settings. This includes a wide array of items for residential, hospitality, and outdoor environments, such as dining sets, bed frames, patio furniture, and industrial-style shelving. International trade in these goods is driven by manufacturers specializing in metal fabrication, supplying large retailers, hotel chains, and direct-to-consumer brands. Key aspects for importers and exporters include material quality (e.g., steel, aluminum, wrought iron), anti-corrosion treatments for outdoor pieces, design trends, and the balance between durability and aesthetic appeal. The market often sees a mix of fully assembled and flat-pack items, influencing logistics and assembly requirements. Sustainability in metal sourcing and recycling is also becoming an increasingly important consideration for trade partners.
Products Under This Code
Metal dining chairs, metal bed frames, outdoor patio sets, metal bar stools, industrial shelving units, metal coffee tables, garden benches
Real World Examples
IKEA (metal beds, shelving), Target Room Essentials (metal chairs), Wayfair (various metal furniture), Fermob (outdoor metal furniture), Restoration Hardware (industrial metal pieces)
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 940310 (metal office furniture) if the item is used in a home office, or 7326 (other articles of iron/steel) if not clearly identifiable as furniture. The primary use and design intent are crucial for correct classification.
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 9403.20
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
China, Vietnam, and Italy are major exporters, while the USA, Germany, and the UK are significant importers of metal furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940320?
HS code 940320 covers: Furniture; metal, other than for office use. This HS code encompasses metal furniture designed for various uses outside of traditional office settings. This includes a wide array of items for residential, hospitality, and outdoor environments, such as dining sets, bed frames, patio furniture, and industrial-style shelving. International trade in these goods is driven by manufacturers specializing in metal fabrication, supplying large retailers, hotel chains, and direct-to-consumer brands. Key aspects for importers and exporters include material quality (e.g., steel, aluminum, wrought iron), anti-corrosion treatments for outdoor pieces, design trends, and the balance between durability and aesthetic appeal. The market often sees a mix of fully assembled and flat-pack items, influencing logistics and assembly requirements. Sustainability in metal sourcing and recycling is also becoming an increasingly important consideration for trade partners.
What products fall under HS code 940320?
Metal dining chairs, metal bed frames, outdoor patio sets, metal bar stools, industrial shelving units, metal coffee tables, garden benches
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940320?
This code can be confused with 940310 (metal office furniture) if the item is used in a home office, or 7326 (other articles of iron/steel) if not clearly identifiable as furniture. The primary use and design intent are crucial for correct classification.
How is HS code 940320 structured?
HS code 940320 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (94) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.