Seats; of rattan

HS v2017 Code: 940153

About seats; of rattan

hs code 940153 covers the import and export of seats made from rattan, a type of palm that is commonly used in furniture and home decor. The rattan furniture industry is a significant part of the global home furnishings market, valued at over $20 billion annually. Rattan seats are popular for their durability, comfort, and natural aesthetic, making them a sought-after choice for both indoor and outdoor living spaces.

Production process

Rattan seats are typically produced through a process of harvesting, weaving, and finishing. Rattan stems are harvested from plantations, then split and woven into the desired seat frame and back designs. The woven rattan is then treated and finished, often with a protective coating, to enhance its strength and weather resistance.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of rattan seats include the rattan raw material, which is sourced from specialized plantations, as well as tools and machinery for cutting, shaping, and weaving the rattan. Additional inputs may include fasteners, cushions, and other accessories to complete the final product.

Production outputs

Rattan seats produced under hs code 940153 are primarily used in the furniture and home decor industries. The output of this industry may be consumed by other hs codes such as 940161 Seats; upholstered, with wooden frames, 940169 Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, and 940330 Furniture; wooden, for office use, as rattan seats are often incorporated into a variety of furniture pieces.

Revisions to 940153

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 940153. The most recent 1 version of this code (940153) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 940153 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for seats; of rattan

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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/v2017/940153'>940153: Seats; of rattan</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/v2017/940130'>940130: Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940140'>940140: Seats; convertible into beds, other than garden seats or camping equipment</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940152'>940152: Seats; of bamboo</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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