Product classification
HS code for Wooden bookshelf: 9403.30
Furniture, wooden, for office use.
Classification of wooden bookshelf under HS 9403.30
A wooden bookshelf is classified under HS code 9403.30 when it is specifically designed for office use. Chapter 94 of the Harmonized System covers furniture, bedding, and similar furnishings. Within this chapter, heading 9403 encompasses "other furniture and parts thereof." The subheading 9403.30 is dedicated to wooden furniture of a kind used in offices. To meet this classification, the bookshelf must possess characteristics typical of professional environments, such as dimensions suited for standard file folders, modular designs for office layouts, or finishes consistent with commercial office furniture. If the bookshelf is intended for domestic use (e.g., in a living room or bedroom), it would typically fall under 9403.60. The classification depends heavily on the intended use and the marketing of the product. Customs authorities look at the design, the catalog description, and the physical attributes to determine if the item is truly "office furniture." This distinction is critical because different subheadings within 9403 may carry different tariff rates or regulatory requirements depending on the country of import. The construction must be primarily of wood to qualify for this specific subheading, though it may contain minor components of other materials like metal handles or glass doors.
- Covers
- Wooden office bookcases
- Executive wooden library units
- Modular wooden shelving for offices
- Wooden file storage cabinets with shelving
- Wall-mounted wooden office shelves
- Also under 9403.30
- Steelcase (wood veneer desks)
- Herman Miller (executive wood furniture)
- Knoll (conference tables)
- IKEA (wooden office desks)
- Bush Furniture (office suites)
Codes often confused with 9403.30
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with HS code 9403.60, which covers "other wooden furniture" intended for home use. Importers often fail to distinguish between a domestic bookshelf and an office bookshelf. Another error is using 4420, which is for wood marquetry or small wooden articles, but 9403 is the correct heading for large furniture items.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940330 (the code used for wooden bookshelf), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940330 (the code used for wooden bookshelf) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 29% 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 940330, not only wooden bookshelf.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $1.1B 31% of world exports
- 2 Canada $418M 11% of world exports
- 3 Poland $286M 7.8% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $940M 29% of world imports
- 2 Germany $239M 7.3% of world imports
- 3 France $173M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $3.3B 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 wooden bookshelf
Brazil classifies wooden bookshelf under NCM 9403.30.00: HS 9403.30 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 wooden bookshelf
What is the HS code for Wooden bookshelf?
The HS code for Wooden bookshelf is 940330 (Furniture; wooden, for office use). The HS code for a wooden bookshelf designed for office use is 9403.30. For home use, it is generally 9403.60.
How do I classify Wooden bookshelf for customs?
Wooden bookshelf is classified under HS code 940330 — Furniture; wooden, for office use. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can a bookshelf with glass doors still use this code?
Yes, as long as the primary material of the furniture is wood and it is designed for an office environment, it remains under 9403.30.
Which countries are the top exporters of wooden bookshelf (HS 940330)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940330 (the code used for wooden bookshelf) in UN Comtrade data were China ($1.1B, 31% of world exports), Canada ($418M) and Poland ($286M). World exports came to about $3.7B, 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 wooden bookshelf (HS 940330)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940330 (the code used for wooden bookshelf) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($940M, 29% of world imports), Germany ($239M) and France ($173M). World imports came to about $3.3B, 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.
Is the HS code for Wooden bookshelf the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940330 for Wooden bookshelf 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 wooden bookshelf in Brazil?
In Brazil, wooden bookshelf (HS 940330) is classified under NCM 9403.30.00.