Product classification
HS code for Examination chair: 9402.10
Chairs, dentists', barbers' or similar chairs having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating movements, and parts thereof.
Classification of examination chair under HS 9402.10
Examination chairs designed for medical, dental, or surgical use are classified under HS code 9402.10. This classification is governed by the specific functional requirements outlined in the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes for heading 9402. To qualify for this code, the chair must be specially designed for medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary use and must possess specific mechanical features. Specifically, the code covers chairs that have rotating movements as well as both reclining and elevating movements. This multi-axial adjustability is what distinguishes professional medical examination chairs from standard office or household furniture. The classification includes the mechanical base and the upholstered seat as a single unit, as well as separate parts thereof. The primary rationale for this classification is the specialized nature of the equipment, which is intended to facilitate clinical procedures by allowing the practitioner to position the patient precisely. Even if the chair is used in a non-medical setting, such as a high-end barber shop, it remains under 9402.10 if it meets the mechanical criteria of being a 'similar chair' with rotating, reclining, and elevating capabilities.
- Covers
- Hydraulic dental examination chairs
- Ophthalmic examination chairs with rotating bases
- Barber chairs with mechanical elevation and recline
- Surgical chairs with multi-positional controls
- Parts for medical chairs including hydraulic cylinders and headrests
- Also under 9402.10
- A-dec Dental Chairs
- Kavo Dental Chairs
- Takara Belmont Barber Chairs
- Belmont Dental Chairs
Codes often confused with 9402.10
Common mistake. A common error is classifying these items under 9401, which covers general-purpose seats. However, Note 1(ij) to Chapter 94 excludes medical furniture from 9401 if it falls under 9402. Another frequent misclassification is 9402.90, which is a residual category for other medical furniture like operating tables. If the item is primarily a chair with the three required movements (rotate, recline, elevate), 9402.10 is the mandatory specific heading.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940210 (the code used for examination chair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940210 (the code used for examination chair) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 43% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 940210, not only examination chair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $300M 43% of world exports
- 2 Italy $75M 11% of world exports
- 3 United States $57M 8.3% of world exports
World total: $691M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $109M 17% of world imports
- 2 Germany $63M 9.6% of world imports
- 3 Canada $39M 5.9% of world imports
World total: $656M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 examination chair
Brazil classifies examination chair under NCM 9402.10.00: HS 9402.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about examination chair
What is the HS code for Examination chair?
The HS code for Examination chair is 940210 (Chairs; dentists', barbers' or similar chairs having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating movements, and parts thereof). The HS code for examination chairs with rotating, reclining, and elevating movements is 9402.10.
How do I classify Examination chair for customs?
Examination chair is classified under HS code 940210 — Chairs; dentists', barbers' or similar chairs having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating movements, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are standard waiting room chairs classified here?
No, standard chairs without specialized medical mechanical fittings are classified as general furniture under heading 9401.
Which countries are the top exporters of examination chair (HS 940210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940210 (the code used for examination chair) in UN Comtrade data were China ($300M, 43% of world exports), Italy ($75M) and the United States ($57M). World exports came to about $691M, 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 examination chair (HS 940210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940210 (the code used for examination chair) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($109M, 17% of world imports), Germany ($63M) and Canada ($39M). World imports came to about $656M, 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 Examination chair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940210 for Examination chair 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 examination chair in Brazil?
In Brazil, examination chair (HS 940210) is classified under NCM 9402.10.00.