Product classification
HS code for Examination table: 9402.90
Furniture, for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof.
Classification of examination table under HS 9402.90
Examination tables are classified under HS code 9402.90. This heading covers medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary furniture, including operating tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings, and similar equipment. The classification 9402.90 is a residual category for medical furniture that does not meet the specific definition of the chairs found in 9402.10. For a table to be classified here, it must be designed specifically for medical use and typically incorporates mechanical features such as adjustable sections, stirrups, or height-adjustment mechanisms. These tables are used in clinics, hospitals, and private practices for patient assessment and minor procedures. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 dictate this classification based on the terms of the headings and subheadings. The essential character of the product is its specialized medical utility, which distinguishes it from general-purpose furniture. The presence of mechanical fittings—whether manual, hydraulic, or electric—is a key indicator for classification under 9402 rather than the general furniture heading 9403.
- Covers
- General medical examination tables
- Operating tables for surgical procedures
- Chiropractic adjustment tables with mechanical drops
- Obstetric and gynecological tables
- Veterinary surgical and examination tables
- Also under 9402.90
- Stryker Hospital Beds
- Hill-Rom Operating Tables
- Midmark Examination Tables
- Maquet Surgical Tables
Codes often confused with 9402.90
Common mistake. Examination tables are frequently misclassified under 9403.20 (other metal furniture) or 9403.60 (other wooden furniture). This occurs when the specialized medical nature of the table is overlooked. However, if the table is designed for medical use and has mechanical fittings, 9402.90 takes precedence. Another misclassification is 9018, which covers medical instruments; while a table supports the patient, it is considered furniture rather than an instrument or appliance.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940290 (the code used for examination table), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940290 (the code used for examination table) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 24% 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 940290, not only examination table.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.0B 21% of world exports
- 2 United States $739M 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $613M 13% of world exports
World total: $4.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $392M 7.7% of world imports
- 3 Canada $317M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $5.1B 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 codes for examination table
Brazil splits HS 9402.90 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 9402.90.10Operating tables
- 9402.90.20Hospital beds with mechanical fittings
- 9402.90.90Other medical or veterinary furniture and parts
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about examination table
What is the HS code for Examination table?
The HS code for Examination table is 940290 (Furniture; for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof). The HS code for medical examination tables with mechanical fittings is 9402.90.
How do I classify Examination table for customs?
Examination table is classified under HS code 940290 — Furniture; for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Do massage tables fall under this HS code?
Only if they are specifically designed for medical or therapeutic use and feature mechanical fittings; otherwise, standard massage tables are often classified as general furniture under 9403.
Which countries are the top exporters of examination table (HS 940290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940290 (the code used for examination table) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.0B, 21% of world exports), the United States ($739M) and Germany ($613M). World exports came to about $4.8B, 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 table (HS 940290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940290 (the code used for examination table) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 24% of world imports), Germany ($392M) and Canada ($317M). World imports came to about $5.1B, 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 table the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940290 for Examination table 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 table in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 940290 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for examination table depends on the product's details: 9402.90.10 (Operating tables), 9402.90.20 (Hospital beds with mechanical fittings), 9402.90.90 (Other medical or veterinary furniture and parts).