Product classification
HS code for Swivel chair: 9401.39
Seats, swivel with variable height adjustment of other than wood, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture.
Classification of swivel chair under HS 9401.39
Swivel chairs are classified under HS code 9401.39, which pertains to seats with variable height adjustment that are not made of wood. This classification is part of Chapter 94, which covers furniture, bedding, and similar products. The specific subheading 9401.39 is used for swivel seats that utilize a mechanical or hydraulic mechanism to allow the user to rotate the seat and adjust its elevation. To fall under this code, the primary material of the chair's structure—excluding the padding, upholstery, or internal foam—must be something other than wood, such as metal, plastic, or composite materials. This classification follows the logic of the Harmonized System which distinguishes furniture based on its functional mechanism (swiveling and height adjustment) and its material composition. The classification process involves identifying the core functionality—the ability to rotate 360 degrees and change height—and then applying the material-specific criteria. This follows General Interpretative Rule 1 and 6. It is important to note that this code excludes specialized furniture used in medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary practices, which are classified elsewhere in the same chapter under heading 9402.
- Covers
- Metal-framed office swivel chairs
- Plastic height-adjustable task chairs
- Ergonomic computer chairs with casters
- Height-adjustable laboratory stools (non-medical)
- Swivel bar stools with gas-lift mechanisms
- Also under 9401.39
- Herman Miller Aeron Chair
- Steelcase Gesture Chair
- Humanscale Freedom Chair
- IKEA Markus Chair
- Secretlab gaming chairs
Codes often confused with 9401.39
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 9401.31, which is specifically for wooden swivel chairs. Importers often confuse these based on the upholstery rather than the frame material. Additionally, chairs that do not have a height adjustment feature, even if they swivel, may be classified under 9401.71 (upholstered with metal frames) or 9401.80 (other seats). Furthermore, medical chairs are often wrongly placed here instead of 9402.10.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940139 (the code used for swivel chair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940139 (the code used for swivel chair) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 56% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 940139, not only swivel chair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $3.6B 56% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$484M 7.6% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Germany $404M 6.4% of world exports
World total: $6.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2B 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $315M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $245M 4.7% of world imports
World total: $5.2B 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 swivel chair
Brazil classifies swivel chair under NCM 9401.39.00: HS 9401.39 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 swivel chair
What is the HS code for Swivel chair?
The HS code for Swivel chair is 940139 (Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment of other than wood, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). The HS code for a non-wooden swivel chair with height adjustment is 9401.39.
How do I classify Swivel chair for customs?
Swivel chair is classified under HS code 940139 — Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment of other than wood, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include chairs without wheels?
Yes, as long as the chair has a swivel mechanism and variable height adjustment, the presence or absence of wheels (casters) does not change the classification from 9401.39.
Which countries are the top exporters of swivel chair (HS 940139)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940139 (the code used for swivel chair) in UN Comtrade data were China ($3.6B, 56% of world exports), Vietnam (about $484M) and Germany ($404M). World exports came to about $6.3B, 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 swivel chair (HS 940139)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940139 (the code used for swivel chair) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2B, 23% of world imports), Germany ($315M) and the United Kingdom ($245M). World imports came to about $5.2B, 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 Swivel chair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940139 for Swivel 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 swivel chair in Brazil?
In Brazil, swivel chair (HS 940139) is classified under NCM 9401.39.00.