Product classification
HS code for Bamboo stool: 9401.52
Seats, of bamboo.
Classification of bamboo stool under HS 9401.52
Bamboo stools are classified under HS code 9401.52. This heading covers seats (other than those of heading 94.02), whether or not convertible into beds, and parts thereof. Subheading 9401.52 specifically identifies seats made of bamboo. The classification is based on the primary function of the object, which is to provide a place for a person to sit. Chapter 94 distinguishes between seats (9401) and other furniture (9403). Therefore, even though a stool is a piece of furniture, its specific function as a seat moves it from the general furniture heading to the seat heading. This applies to stools used in domestic, office, or garden settings. The material composition—bamboo—is the secondary determinant that leads to the specific subheading 9401.52.
- Covers
- Bamboo bar stools
- Bamboo footstools and ottomans
- Bamboo garden stools
- Bamboo folding stools
- Bamboo vanity stools
- Also under 9401.52
- IKEA NORDMYRA (bamboo versions)
- Serena & Lily bamboo chairs
- specialized artisan bamboo furniture
- JYSK bamboo chairs
Codes often confused with 9401.52
Common mistake. Bamboo stools are often misclassified under 9403.82, which is the general code for bamboo furniture. However, Note 1 to Chapter 94 and the structure of the heading 9401 dictate that all seats must be classified under 9401 regardless of their material, provided they are not medical or specialized seats. Another error is using 4421.91 for simple bamboo stools; however, because the item has a clear functional identity as a seat, Chapter 94 must be used. Finally, if the stool has a padded textile top, it is still 9401.52 because the frame material (bamboo) determines the subheading for seats of vegetable materials.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940152 (the code used for bamboo stool), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940152 (the code used for bamboo stool) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 67% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 28% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 940152, not only bamboo stool.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $23M 67% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$4.6M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Denmark $971K 2.8% of world exports
World total: $35M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $9.5M 28% of world imports
- 2 Austria $4.2M 12% of world imports
- 3 United States $3.0M 8.8% of world imports
World total: $34M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 bamboo stool
Brazil classifies bamboo stool under NCM 9401.52.00: HS 9401.52 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 bamboo stool
What is the HS code for Bamboo stool?
The HS code for Bamboo stool is 940152 (Seats; of bamboo). The HS code for a bamboo stool is 9401.52, which is the specific code for seats made of bamboo.
How do I classify Bamboo stool for customs?
Bamboo stool is classified under HS code 940152 — Seats; of bamboo. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include bamboo chairs with cushions?
Yes, bamboo chairs and stools, whether upholstered or not, are classified under 9401.52 as long as the main structure is bamboo.
Which countries are the top exporters of bamboo stool (HS 940152)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940152 (the code used for bamboo stool) in UN Comtrade data were China ($23M, 67% of world exports), Vietnam (about $4.6M) and Denmark ($971K). World exports came to about $35M, 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 bamboo stool (HS 940152)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940152 (the code used for bamboo stool) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($9.5M, 28% of world imports), Austria ($4.2M) and the United States ($3.0M). World imports came to about $34M, 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.
Is the HS code for Bamboo stool the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940152 for Bamboo stool is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for bamboo stool in Brazil?
In Brazil, bamboo stool (HS 940152) is classified under NCM 9401.52.00.