About HS Code 940360
This broad HS code serves as a 'catch-all' for wooden furniture not specifically classified for office, kitchen, or bedroom use. It encompasses a vast range of items, including living room furniture (e.g., coffee tables, TV stands), dining room furniture (excluding kitchen-specific), hallway furniture, and various accent pieces. International trade in this category is significant, with large retailers, furniture distributors, and interior design firms acting as key importers. Exporters typically originate from countries with strong woodworking traditions and access to diverse timber resources. Key considerations include design trends, the specific wood species used (e.g., oak, pine, walnut), finishes, and the balance between artisanal craftsmanship and mass production efficiency. This category reflects diverse consumer tastes and home decor styles globally.
Products Under This Code
Wooden dining tables, coffee tables, TV stands, console tables, display cabinets, wooden sideboards, accent chairs (wooden frame)
Real World Examples
IKEA (Lack coffee table, Kallax shelving), West Elm (dining tables), Ethan Allen (living room furniture), La-Z-Boy (wooden accent tables), Target Threshold (console tables)
Common Misclassification
This is a common misclassification point, often confused with more specific wooden furniture categories like 940330, 940340, or 940350 if the end-use is ambiguous. Careful review of the item's primary function is essential.
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 9403.60
Industry
This code belongs to the Furniture industry.
Trade Overview
China, Vietnam, and Poland are major exporters, while the USA, Germany, and the UK are significant importers of other wooden furniture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 940360?
HS code 940360 covers: Furniture; wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use. This broad HS code serves as a 'catch-all' for wooden furniture not specifically classified for office, kitchen, or bedroom use. It encompasses a vast range of items, including living room furniture (e.g., coffee tables, TV stands), dining room furniture (excluding kitchen-specific), hallway furniture, and various accent pieces. International trade in this category is significant, with large retailers, furniture distributors, and interior design firms acting as key importers. Exporters typically originate from countries with strong woodworking traditions and access to diverse timber resources. Key considerations include design trends, the specific wood species used (e.g., oak, pine, walnut), finishes, and the balance between artisanal craftsmanship and mass production efficiency. This category reflects diverse consumer tastes and home decor styles globally.
What products fall under HS code 940360?
Wooden dining tables, coffee tables, TV stands, console tables, display cabinets, wooden sideboards, accent chairs (wooden frame)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 940360?
This is a common misclassification point, often confused with more specific wooden furniture categories like 940330, 940340, or 940350 if the end-use is ambiguous. Careful review of the item's primary function is essential.
How is HS code 940360 structured?
HS code 940360 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 (60) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.