About HS Code 940340
This HS code is dedicated to wooden furniture specifically manufactured for kitchen use. This includes a wide range of products such as kitchen cabinets, islands, pantry units, and wooden tables and chairs designed for the kitchen space. The trade in these items is significant for kitchen manufacturers, home improvement retailers, and construction companies globally. Key factors influencing international trade include material quality (solid wood, plywood, MDF with veneer), moisture resistance, design trends (e.g., modern, traditional, shaker styles), and compliance with food safety standards for surfaces. The market is heavily driven by new home construction, renovation projects, and consumer demand for functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchen spaces, often requiring careful logistics for large, bulky items.
Products Under This Code
Wooden kitchen cabinets, kitchen islands, butcher block countertops (as part of furniture), wooden kitchen tables, pantry units, wooden bar stools for kitchen, wall-mounted kitchen shelving
Real World Examples
IKEA (kitchen cabinet systems), KraftMaid (custom kitchen cabinetry), Home Depot (kitchen islands), Wayfair (kitchen tables), Nobilia (German kitchen furniture)
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 940360 (other wooden furniture) if not clearly identifiable as kitchen-specific, or 4420 (wooden articles of furniture not elsewhere specified) for smaller wooden kitchen items. Specific design for kitchen use is critical.
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 9403.40
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, Italy, and China are major exporters, while the USA, UK, and Canada are significant importers of wooden kitchen furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940340?
HS code 940340 covers: Furniture; wooden, for kitchen use. This HS code is dedicated to wooden furniture specifically manufactured for kitchen use. This includes a wide range of products such as kitchen cabinets, islands, pantry units, and wooden tables and chairs designed for the kitchen space. The trade in these items is significant for kitchen manufacturers, home improvement retailers, and construction companies globally. Key factors influencing international trade include material quality (solid wood, plywood, MDF with veneer), moisture resistance, design trends (e.g., modern, traditional, shaker styles), and compliance with food safety standards for surfaces. The market is heavily driven by new home construction, renovation projects, and consumer demand for functional and aesthetically pleasing kitchen spaces, often requiring careful logistics for large, bulky items.
What products fall under HS code 940340?
Wooden kitchen cabinets, kitchen islands, butcher block countertops (as part of furniture), wooden kitchen tables, pantry units, wooden bar stools for kitchen, wall-mounted kitchen shelving
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940340?
Can be confused with 940360 (other wooden furniture) if not clearly identifiable as kitchen-specific, or 4420 (wooden articles of furniture not elsewhere specified) for smaller wooden kitchen items. Specific design for kitchen use is critical.
How is HS code 940340 structured?
HS code 940340 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 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.