Product classification
HS code for Wooden chair: 9401.69
Seats, with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Classification of wooden chair under HS 9401.69
The classification of a wooden chair under HS code 9401.69 is determined by the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System. According to GRI 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Chapter 94 covers furniture, and heading 9401 is dedicated to seats. To arrive at the 9401.69 subheading, one must first identify that the item is a seat with a wooden frame. The subheading 9401.6x covers seats with wooden frames, and the final digit 9 indicates that the seat is not upholstered. This distinction is vital because the HS system separates goods based on their material composition and their state of finish. A wooden chair without padding, cushions, or fabric covering is considered not upholstered. This code applies to a wide range of domestic and commercial seating solutions, provided they do not possess the specialized features of medical or dental chairs, which are classified under heading 9402. Furthermore, the wood must provide the essential character of the frame, even if metal fasteners or small plastic glides are present. The classification remains consistent regardless of the species of wood used, whether it be oak, pine, or tropical hardwoods.
- Covers
- Solid wood dining chairs without cushions
- Wooden folding chairs for events
- Wooden stools without padding
- Bentwood chairs without upholstery
- Wooden garden benches designed for seating
- Wooden rocking chairs without fabric covers
- 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. A frequent error is misclassifying these items under HS code 9401.61, which is reserved for upholstered seats with wooden frames. If a chair has a permanent padded seat or backrest, it must be moved to 9401.61. Another common mistake is using 9403.60, which covers other wooden furniture like tables or cabinets. However, the HS hierarchy dictates that seats must always be classified under 9401 if they fit the description. Additionally, chairs made of bamboo or rattan are classified under 9401.52 or 9401.53, not 9401.69.
Top exporters and importers of HS 940169 (the code used for wooden chair), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 940169 (the code used for wooden chair) 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 wooden chair.
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 wooden chair
Brazil classifies wooden chair 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 wooden chair
What is the HS code for Wooden chair?
The HS code for Wooden chair is 940169 (Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)). The HS code for a wooden chair that is not upholstered is 9401.69.
How do I classify Wooden chair for customs?
Wooden chair 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 chairs with removable cushions?
Yes, if the cushions are not permanently attached to the frame, the chair itself is classified as non-upholstered under 9401.69, while the cushions may be classified separately under 9404.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of wooden chair (HS 940169)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 940169 (the code used for wooden chair) 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 wooden chair (HS 940169)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 940169 (the code used for wooden chair) 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 Wooden chair the same in all countries?
The base HS code 940169 for Wooden 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 wooden chair in Brazil?
In Brazil, wooden chair (HS 940169) is classified under NCM 9401.69.00.