Product classification
HS code for Wood stool: 9401.69
Seats, with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Classification of wood stool under HS 9401.69
The classification of a wood stool under HS code 9401.69 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. Chapter 94 encompasses furniture, bedding, and mattresses, with heading 9401 specifically dedicated to seats. Within this heading, the classification is further refined based on the material of the frame and the presence of upholstery. A wood stool, characterized by a wooden frame and a seat that is not covered with fabric, leather, or padding, is categorized under 9401.69. This classification applies regardless of the stool's height, such as bar stools or low footstools, provided they are designed for sitting. The absence of upholstery is a critical factor; if the stool featured a padded seat, it would transition to 9401.61. Furthermore, the stool must be a finished piece of furniture or presented as an unassembled kit that has the essential character of a finished seat to fall under this heading. It excludes medical or dental furniture, which would fall under 9402. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the stool is for domestic or commercial use, provided it is designed for sitting and lacks a swivel mechanism.
- Covers
- Solid oak bar stools without padding
- Pine kitchen stools with wooden seats
- Folding wooden stools for camping
- Hand-carved decorative wooden stools
- Step stools made of wood designed for sitting
- Also under 9401.69
- Thonet No. 14 Chair
- Carl Hansen & Søn Wishbone Chair
- IKEA Ingolf Chair
- Fermob Bistro Chair (if wooden frame)
Codes often confused with 9401.69
Common mistake. One of the most frequent misclassifications involves HS code 9403.60, which covers \"Other wooden furniture.\" Importers often mistakenly use this code for stools, but because 9401 specifically addresses \"seats,\" it takes precedence over the more general furniture category. Another common error is using 9401.61, which is reserved for upholstered wooden seats. If a stool has even a thin layer of permanent padding, it must be classified under 9401.61. Additionally, stools with a swivel mechanism and variable height adjustment are often correctly classified under 9401.30 as swivel seats, regardless of the frame material.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940169 (the code used for wood stool), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940169 (the code used for wood stool) in UN Comtrade data was Vietnam, with about 20% 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 940169, not only wood stool.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Vietnam* ~$567M 20% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $479M 17% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $394M 14% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $677M 24% of world imports
- 2 Germany $240M 8.6% of world imports
- 3 South Korea $190M 6.8% of world imports
World total: $2.8B 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 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 wood stool
Brazil classifies wood stool under NCM 9401.69.00: HS 9401.69 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 wood stool
What is the HS code for Wood stool?
The HS code for Wood stool is 940169 (Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)). The HS code for a wood stool with a wooden frame that is not upholstered is 9401.69.
How do I classify Wood stool for customs?
Wood stool is classified under HS code 940169 — Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include stools with a backrest?
Yes, as long as the frame is wooden and the seat is not upholstered, stools with or without backrests are included under 9401.69.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood stool (HS 940169)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940169 (the code used for wood stool) in UN Comtrade data were Vietnam (about $567M, 20% of world exports), China ($479M) and Indonesia ($394M). World exports came to about $2.8B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of wood stool (HS 940169)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940169 (the code used for wood stool) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($677M, 24% of world imports), Germany ($240M) and South Korea ($190M). World imports came to about $2.8B, 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 Wood stool the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940169 for Wood stool 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 wood stool in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood stool (HS 940169) is classified under NCM 9401.69.00.