Product classification
HS code for Futon: 9401.49
Seats, convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment.
Classification of futon under HS 9401.49
A futon, when consisting of a frame and a mattress designed to function as both a seat and a bed, is classified under HS code 9401.49, provided the frame is made of materials other than wood (most commonly metal). Chapter 94 covers furniture, and heading 9401 specifically addresses seats. Subheading 9401.4x is dedicated to \"seats convertible into beds,\" which perfectly describes the dual-purpose nature of a futon. The choice of 9401.49 over 9401.41 is determined by the material of the frame. If the frame is metal, it falls under the \"other\" category (9401.49). This classification follows GRI 1 and 6. It is important to note that if the futon mattress is imported separately without the frame, it would likely be classified under heading 9404 (mattress supports; articles of bedding). However, as a complete unit where the seat is the primary character, 9401 is the correct heading. The classification remains the same regardless of whether the futon is intended for residential or commercial use, as long as it is not specifically for medical or dental use.
- Covers
- Metal frame futon sofa beds
- Convertible sleeper sofas with steel frames
- Adjustable metal daybeds designed for seating
- Folding metal guest beds with integrated seating function
- Also under 9401.49
- IKEA Friheten (non-wood frame versions)
- Ashley Furniture sleeper sofas
- La-Z-Boy sleeper sofas
- Room & Board convertible sofas
- West Elm sleeper sofas
Codes often confused with 9401.49
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is 9404.21 or 9404.29, which covers mattresses. This occurs when the futon is viewed only as bedding rather than furniture. However, if the frame is included, 9401 is mandatory. Another error is 9403.20 (other metal furniture); this is incorrect because 9401 is more specific for seating. Finally, if the frame is wooden, it must be moved to 9401.41.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940149 (the code used for futon), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940149 (the code used for futon) in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 13% 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 940149, not only futon.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $335M 41% of world exports
- 2 China $220M 27% of world exports
- 3 Türkiye $51M 6.3% of world exports
World total: $819M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $74M 13% of world imports
- 2 France $56M 9.8% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $42M 7.4% of world imports
World total: $567M 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 futon
Brazil classifies futon under NCM 9401.49.00: HS 9401.49 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 futon
What is the HS code for Futon?
The HS code for Futon is 940149 (Seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment).
How do I classify Futon for customs?
Futon is classified under HS code 940149 — Seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for a metal-framed futon?
The HS code for a futon with a metal frame that converts into a bed is 9401.49.
Is the mattress classified separately?
If the mattress and frame are sold together as a single unit, they are classified together under 9401.49. If sold separately, the mattress falls under 9404.
Which countries are the top exporters of futon (HS 940149)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940149 (the code used for futon) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($335M, 41% of world exports), China ($220M) and Türkiye ($51M). World exports came to about $819M, 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 futon (HS 940149)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940149 (the code used for futon) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($74M, 13% of world imports), France ($56M) and the United Kingdom ($42M). World imports came to about $567M, 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 Futon the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940149 for Futon 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 futon in Brazil?
In Brazil, futon (HS 940149) is classified under NCM 9401.49.00.