Product classification
HS code for Fabric armchair: 9401.61
Seats, with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Classification of fabric armchair under HS 9401.61
A fabric armchair is classified under HS code 9401.61. This code is designated for seats with wooden frames that are upholstered. The classification is found in Chapter 94, which covers furniture, bedding, and similar stuffed furnishings. The determination of this code follows a specific hierarchy: first, the item is identified as a seat (heading 9401); second, the frame material is identified as wood (sub-heading 9401.6x); and third, the seat is confirmed to be upholstered (9401.61). "Upholstered" means the armchair features a soft covering—in this case, fabric—over a layer of padding, foam, or springs. This classification applies to a wide range of domestic and office armchairs, provided the primary structural support is wooden. The fabric type (cotton, polyester, velvet, etc.) does not change the 9401.61 classification, as the Harmonized System focuses on the frame material and the presence of upholstery rather than the specific textile used for the cover.
- Covers
- Upholstered wooden armchairs
- Fabric-covered wingback chairs
- Wooden club chairs with fabric cushions
- Upholstered wooden lounge chairs
- Fabric-covered wooden dining armchairs
- Wooden-framed occasional chairs
- Also under 9401.61
- IKEA Ektorp Sofa
- West Elm Harmony Sofa
- Pottery Barn Chesterfield Sofa
- Ashley Furniture "Darcy" Sofa
Codes often confused with 9401.61
Common mistake. Fabric armchairs are often misclassified under 9401.69, which is for wooden-framed seats that are NOT upholstered (such as plain wooden benches or stools). Another common mistake is using 9401.71, which is for upholstered seats with metal frames. If the armchair has a metal frame covered in fabric, 9401.71 is the correct code. Additionally, some importers mistakenly use 9403, which is a general category for other furniture, but 9401 is the specific heading for seats and must be used first.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940161 (the code used for fabric armchair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940161 (the code used for fabric armchair) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 35% 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 940161, not only fabric armchair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $6.5B 29% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$4.8B 21% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Poland $2.9B 13% of world exports
World total: $22.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $7.4B 35% of world imports
- 2 Germany $2.0B 9.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.5B 7.0% of world imports
World total: $21.2B 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 fabric armchair
Brazil classifies fabric armchair under NCM 9401.61.00: HS 9401.61 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 fabric armchair
What is the HS code for Fabric armchair?
The HS code for Fabric armchair is 940161 (Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)). The HS code for a fabric armchair with a wooden frame is 9401.61.
How do I classify Fabric armchair for customs?
Fabric armchair is classified under HS code 940161 — Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the code change if the armchair is for an office?
If the armchair is height-adjustable and used in an office, it might be classified under 9401.30; however, most wooden-framed fabric armchairs remain under 9401.61 regardless of the room they are used in.
Which countries are the top exporters of fabric armchair (HS 940161)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940161 (the code used for fabric armchair) in UN Comtrade data were China ($6.5B, 29% of world exports), Vietnam (about $4.8B) and Poland ($2.9B). World exports came to about $22.6B, 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 fabric armchair (HS 940161)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940161 (the code used for fabric armchair) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($7.4B, 35% of world imports), Germany ($2.0B) and the United Kingdom ($1.5B). World imports came to about $21.2B, 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 Fabric armchair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940161 for Fabric armchair 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 fabric armchair in Brazil?
In Brazil, fabric armchair (HS 940161) is classified under NCM 9401.61.00.