Product classification
HS code for Wicker chair: 9401.59
Seats, of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan.
Classification of wicker chair under HS 9401.59
Wicker chairs are classified under HS code 9401.59 because they are specifically identified as seats made from vegetable materials other than bamboo or rattan. The Harmonized System organizes furniture in Chapter 94, with heading 9401 dedicated to seats. Within this heading, subheadings are divided based on the material of construction. Wicker is a technique of weaving, typically using materials like willow (osier), cane, or synthetic fibers. However, for the purpose of 9401.59, the classification focuses on natural vegetable materials like osier or cane. If the chair is made of synthetic wicker (plastic), it would likely fall under 9401.80 (other seats). The classification 9401.59 ensures that traditional woven seating made from specific natural fibers is grouped together for trade statistics and tariff application. This code is essential for customs authorities to distinguish between high-value natural fiber furniture and mass-produced synthetic or metal seating. The classification process requires verifying the primary material of the frame and the weaving to ensure it does not contain bamboo or rattan, which are prioritized in earlier subheadings. This distinction is vital because different vegetable materials may be subject to varying phytosanitary regulations and environmental trade restrictions depending on the country of origin and destination.
- Covers
- Willow (osier) woven armchairs
- Cane dining chairs
- Woven sea grass seating
- Natural fiber porch swings
- Hand-woven rush chairs
- Also under 9401.59
- Thonet bentwood chairs with cane seats
- traditional willow furniture
- specialized artisan cane/wicker chairs
- IKEA NORDVIKEN (cane back)
Codes often confused with 9401.59
Common mistake. Wicker chairs are frequently misclassified under 9401.52 (bamboo) or 9401.53 (rattan). While the weaving style may look identical, the botanical origin of the material determines the code. Additionally, synthetic wicker chairs made of plastic resins must be classified under 9401.80, as they are not of vegetable origin.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940159 (the code used for wicker chair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940159 (the code used for wicker chair) in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% of world imports. Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.1% of its exports here ($63K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 940159, not only wicker chair.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Italy $12M 25% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $6.1M 12% of world exports
- 3 Thailand $4.7M 9.5% of world exports
Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.1% of its exports here ($63K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
World total: $50M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $9.7M 16% of world imports
- 2 United States $9.2M 16% of world imports
- 3 Italy $3.2M 5.4% of world imports
World total: $59M 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 wicker chair
Brazil classifies wicker chair under NCM 9401.59.00: HS 9401.59 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 wicker chair
What is the HS code for Wicker chair?
The HS code for Wicker chair is 940159 (Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan). The HS code for a wicker chair made of cane or osier is 9401.59.
How do I classify Wicker chair for customs?
Wicker chair is classified under HS code 940159 — Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include chairs with metal frames?
If the seat and back are primarily wicker but the frame is metal, it may still be classified here if the wicker gives the chair its essential character, though some jurisdictions may move it to 9401.79.
Which countries are the top exporters of wicker chair (HS 940159)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940159 (the code used for wicker chair) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($12M, 25% of world exports), the Netherlands ($6.1M) and Thailand ($4.7M). World exports came to about $50M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Vietnam did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 2.1% of its exports here ($63K, CEPII BACI), so it may also belong among the top exporters.
Which countries are the top importers of wicker chair (HS 940159)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940159 (the code used for wicker chair) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($9.7M, 16% of world imports), the United States ($9.2M) and Italy ($3.2M). World imports came to about $59M, 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 Wicker chair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940159 for Wicker 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 wicker chair in Brazil?
In Brazil, wicker chair (HS 940159) is classified under NCM 9401.59.00.