Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)

HS v2017 Code: 940180

About seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)

hs code 940180 covers a wide range of seating furniture that is not classified elsewhere in the 9401 heading. This includes various types of chairs, stools, benches, and other seating solutions used in homes, offices, public spaces, and other settings. The production and trade of these seats play a significant role in the global furniture industry, catering to the needs of consumers and businesses across diverse sectors.

Production process

Seats classified under hs code 940180 are typically manufactured using a combination of traditional and modern techniques. Common production methods include woodworking, metalworking, and the use of various upholstery materials. Manufacturers may employ processes such as cutting, shaping, joining, and finishing to create the desired seating designs and functionalities.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of seats under hs code 940180 include raw materials such as wood, metal, plastics, and textiles. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery, tools, and equipment to facilitate the various stages of the production process. Additionally, skilled labor, design expertise, and access to efficient supply chains are crucial inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The seats produced under hs code 940180 are primarily consumed by a wide range of end-users, including households, offices, educational institutions, hospitality establishments, and public spaces. These seats may be used in various settings, such as living rooms, dining areas, workplaces, and public waiting areas. Other industries that may consume the output of hs code 940180 include 940120 Seats of a kind used for motor vehicles, 940130 Swivel seats with variable height adjustment, and 940140 Seats other than garden seats or camping equipment, convertible into beds.

Revisions to 940180

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 940180. The most recent 1 version of this code (940180) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 940180 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (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/v2017/940180'>940180: Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (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/v2017/940130'>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/v2017/940153'>940153: Seats; of rattan</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940159'>940159: Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940161'>940161: Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940169'>940169: Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940171'>940171: Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940179'>940179: Seats; with metal frames, not upholstered, (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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