Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture

HS v2017 Code: 940130

About seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture

hs code 940130 covers a wide range of swivel seats with variable height adjustment, excluding those used in medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber settings. This industry plays a crucial role in the furniture and office equipment sectors, providing essential seating solutions for workplaces, homes, and public spaces. The versatility and adjustability of these seats make them a popular choice for enhancing comfort and productivity in a variety of environments.

Production process

The production of seats covered under hs code 940130 typically involves a combination of metalworking, upholstery, and assembly techniques. Manufacturers often start with a metal frame, which is then fitted with mechanisms to allow for height adjustment. The seat and backrest are then upholstered with various materials, such as fabric, leather, or synthetic materials, to provide comfort and aesthetic appeal. The final assembly process involves integrating the adjustable mechanisms, the upholstered components, and any additional features, such as swivel functionality or casters.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 940130 seats include metal components (such as steel or aluminum) for the frame and adjustment mechanisms, as well as upholstery materials like fabrics, leathers, and foam. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery and tools for cutting, shaping, and assembling the various parts. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce capable of executing the various production steps, from metalworking to upholstery and final assembly.

Production outputs

The primary output of the hs code 940130 industry is swivel seats with variable height adjustment, which are used in a wide range of applications, including office environments, home furnishings, and public spaces. These seats may be consumed by industries covered under other hs codes, such as 940120 Seats; rotating, reclining, or both, with variable height adjustment and 940140 Seats; other than garden seats or camping equipment, convertible into beds, as well as the broader furniture and office equipment sectors.

Revisions to 940130

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 940130. The most recent 2 versions of this code (940130) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 940130 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/94'>94: Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/9401'>9401: Seats (not those of heading no. 9402), whether or not convertible into beds and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940130'>940130: Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940110'>940110: Seats; of a kind used for aircraft</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940120'>940120: Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940140'>940140: Seats; convertible into beds, other than garden seats or camping equipment</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940152'>940152: Seats; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940153'>940153: Seats; of rattan</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940159'>940159: Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940161'>940161: Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940169'>940169: Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940171'>940171: Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940179'>940179: Seats; with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940180'>940180: Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940190'>940190: Seat; parts</a>"]

    

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