Product classification
HS code for Metal office cabinet: 9403.10
Furniture, metal, for office use.
Classification of metal office cabinet under HS 9403.10
The classification of a metal office cabinet under HS code 9403.10 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Specifically, Chapter 94 encompasses furniture, bedding, and similar products. Heading 9403 covers "Other furniture and parts thereof." Within this heading, the system differentiates products based on their primary material and their intended use. Subheading 9403.10 is explicitly reserved for metal furniture of a kind used in offices. To qualify, the item must be designed for an office environment, typically characterized by its functionality for administrative tasks, filing, or storage of professional documents. The construction must be predominantly of base metal, such as steel or aluminum. This code excludes furniture designed for domestic use, even if made of metal, which would fall under 9403.20. The distinction is often made based on the design, dimensions, and commercial marketing of the product. The item must be floor-standing to be classified here; wall-hanging units may sometimes be classified elsewhere depending on their specific construction and regional rulings.
- Covers
- Steel filing cabinets
- Metal office pedestals
- Lockable metal stationary cupboards
- Metal lateral filing units
- Office locker units made of base metal
- Metal desks specifically designed for office environments
- Also under 9403.10
- Hon Company filing cabinets
- Steelcase metal desks
- IKEA Galant metal storage
- Bisley filing cabinets
Codes often confused with 9403.10
Common mistake. Metal office cabinets are frequently confused with other metal furniture under code 9403.20. The primary difference lies in the intended use; 9403.20 is for non-office metal furniture, such as those used in homes or workshops. Additionally, medical or dental cabinets are classified under 9402.10, as they are considered medical furniture. If the cabinet is made of wood, it must be classified under 9403.30, regardless of its use in an office.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940310 (the code used for metal office cabinet), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940310 (the code used for metal office cabinet) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 29% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% 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 940310, not only metal office cabinet.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 29% of world exports
- 2 Canada $437M 11% of world exports
- 3 Germany $291M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 32% of world imports
- 2 Germany $270M 7.0% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $200M 5.2% of world imports
World total: $3.8B 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 metal office cabinet
Brazil classifies metal office cabinet under NCM 9403.10.00: HS 9403.10 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 metal office cabinet
What is the HS code for Metal office cabinet?
The HS code for Metal office cabinet is 940310 (Furniture; metal, for office use). The HS code for a metal office cabinet is 9403.10.
How do I classify Metal office cabinet for customs?
Metal office cabinet is classified under HS code 940310 — Furniture; metal, for office use. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include metal shelving?
Yes, provided the shelving is made of metal and is specifically designed for office use. Industrial or warehouse shelving may fall under 9403.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of metal office cabinet (HS 940310)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940310 (the code used for metal office cabinet) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 29% of world exports), Canada ($437M) and Germany ($291M). World exports came to about $3.9B, 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 metal office cabinet (HS 940310)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940310 (the code used for metal office cabinet) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 32% of world imports), Germany ($270M) and the United Kingdom ($200M). World imports came to about $3.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Metal office cabinet the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940310 for Metal office cabinet 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 metal office cabinet in Brazil?
In Brazil, metal office cabinet (HS 940310) is classified under NCM 9403.10.00.