Product classification
HS code for Rattan armchair: 9401.53
Seats, of rattan.
Classification of rattan armchair under HS 9401.53
A rattan armchair is classified under HS code 9401.53, which specifically covers seats made of rattan. This classification is part of Chapter 94, which includes furniture, bedding, and similar stuffed furnishings. Heading 9401 is dedicated to seats, whether or not convertible into beds. The HS system provides specific subheadings for seats made of vegetable materials like bamboo or rattan to distinguish them from wood, metal, or plastic furniture. The classification 9401.53 is determined by the material of the frame or the primary structure of the seat. Even if the armchair includes cushions or upholstery made of textile materials, it remains classified under 9401.53 because the essential character of the item is defined by the rattan structure. This code applies to both indoor and outdoor rattan seating, provided they are designed to be placed on the floor or ground. The distinction between rattan and bamboo is critical, as bamboo seats are classified under 9401.52.
- Covers
- Rattan lounge chairs
- Rattan dining armchairs
- Woven rattan club chairs
- Natural rattan rockers
- Synthetic rattan armchairs (if mimicking natural rattan)
- Cane armchairs
- Rattan swivel chairs
- Also under 9401.53
- Serena & Lily rattan chairs
- Sika Design rattan furniture
- IKEA rattan chairs (e.g., AGEN)
- specialized artisan rattan furniture
Codes often confused with 9401.53
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is 9403.83, which covers rattan furniture other than seats (such as tables or cabinets). Another error is using 9401.61 for upholstered wooden seats; while rattan is a vegetable material, it is distinct from timber. Furthermore, items made of wickerwork that are not furniture, such as baskets or small decorative items, are classified in Chapter 46 under 4602.12, rather than Chapter 94.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940153 (the code used for rattan armchair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940153 (the code used for rattan armchair) in UN Comtrade data was Indonesia, with 59% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 34% 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 940153, not only rattan armchair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Indonesia $41M 59% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$4.4M 6.3% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 France $3.0M 4.4% of world exports
World total: $70M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $34M 34% of world imports
- 2 France $7.8M 7.8% of world imports
- 3 Japan $5.8M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $100M 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 rattan armchair
Brazil classifies rattan armchair under NCM 9401.53.00: HS 9401.53 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 rattan armchair
What is the HS code for Rattan armchair?
The HS code for Rattan armchair is 940153 (Seats; of rattan). The specific HS code for an armchair made of rattan is 9401.53.
How do I classify Rattan armchair for customs?
Rattan armchair is classified under HS code 940153 — Seats; of rattan. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the code change if the chair has a metal frame?
If the frame is primarily metal and only the decorative weaving is rattan, it may be classified under 9401.71 or 9401.79 as a metal-framed seat.
Which countries are the top exporters of rattan armchair (HS 940153)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940153 (the code used for rattan armchair) in UN Comtrade data were Indonesia ($41M, 59% of world exports), Vietnam (about $4.4M) and France ($3.0M). World exports came to about $70M, 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 rattan armchair (HS 940153)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940153 (the code used for rattan armchair) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($34M, 34% of world imports), France ($7.8M) and Japan ($5.8M). World imports came to about $100M, 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 Rattan armchair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940153 for Rattan 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 rattan armchair in Brazil?
In Brazil, rattan armchair (HS 940153) is classified under NCM 9401.53.00.