Product classification
HS code for Plastic chair: 9403.70
Furniture, plastic.
Classification of plastic chair under HS 9403.70
The classification of a plastic chair under HS code 9403.70 is determined by its primary material composition and its intended use as a piece of furniture. Chapter 94 of the Harmonized System covers furniture, bedding, and similar products. Specifically, heading 9403 is reserved for "Other furniture and parts thereof," and subheading 9403.70 is the specific designation for furniture made of plastics. To be classified here, the chair must be a finished article where plastic provides the essential character and structural support. This code is typically applied to furniture items that do not fall under the more specific "seats" category of 9401, or in cases where the plastic construction is the defining attribute of the furniture piece. Customs authorities look for the absence of upholstery or complex mechanical components that might shift the classification to other subheadings. The durability, weather resistance, and molded nature of these products are key factors in their identification under this specific tariff line.
- Covers
- Molded plastic garden chairs
- Stackable plastic stools for domestic use
- Plastic children's furniture sets
- All-plastic outdoor benches
- Plastic shelving units designed for floor standing
- Also under 9403.70
- Keter (plastic storage, outdoor furniture)
- IKEA (plastic chairs, storage)
- Lifetime Products (plastic tables)
- Grosfillex (commercial plastic furniture)
- Kartell (designer plastic furniture)
Codes often confused with 9403.70
Common mistake. A frequent point of confusion occurs between HS code 9403.70 and HS code 9401.80. While 9401.80 is generally used for "Other seats," 9403.70 is often applied to plastic furniture that may include seating elements but is categorized as general plastic furniture. Additionally, if the chair is designed for medical, dental, or veterinary use, it must be classified under 9402. If the chair has a swivel mechanism or is height-adjustable, it may be moved to 9401.30.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940370 (the code used for plastic chair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940370 (the code used for plastic chair) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 48% 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 940370, not only plastic chair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.9B 48% of world exports
- 2 Italy $249M 6.3% of world exports
- 3 Israel $178M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $3.9B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $821M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $192M 5.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $187M 5.5% of world imports
World total: $3.4B 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 plastic chair
Brazil classifies plastic chair under NCM 9403.70.00: HS 9403.70 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 plastic chair
What is the HS code for Plastic chair?
The HS code for Plastic chair is 940370 (Furniture; plastic). The HS code for a standard plastic chair is 9403.70, which covers furniture made of plastics.
How do I classify Plastic chair for customs?
Plastic chair is classified under HS code 940370 — Furniture; plastic. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include chairs with metal legs?
No, if the chair has metal legs and a plastic seat, it is usually classified under 9401.79 (Other seats with metal frames) because the frame material often determines the classification for seats.
Which countries are the top exporters of plastic chair (HS 940370)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940370 (the code used for plastic chair) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.9B, 48% of world exports), Italy ($249M) and Israel ($178M). 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 plastic chair (HS 940370)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940370 (the code used for plastic chair) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($821M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($192M) and the United Kingdom ($187M). World imports came to about $3.4B, 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 Plastic chair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940370 for Plastic 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 plastic chair in Brazil?
In Brazil, plastic chair (HS 940370) is classified under NCM 9403.70.00.