Furniture; for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof

hs code 940290 covers a wide range of furniture designed for medical, surgical, and veterinary applications. This includes essential equipment like operating tables, examination tables, and hospital beds with specialized mechanical fittings. These products play a crucial role in the healthcare industry, supporting the delivery of quality patient care and enabling medical professionals to perform their duties effectively. As a key component of the broader furniture manufacturing sector, this industry contributes significantly to the global economy.

Furniture classified under hs code 940290 is typically produced using a combination of metalworking, woodworking, and specialized mechanical assembly techniques. Manufacturers may start by fabricating the core structural components, such as the frames and bases, from metals like stainless steel or aluminum. These components are then combined with other materials like wood, plastics, and fabrics to create the finished product. Advanced manufacturing methods, including computer-aided design (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) machining, are often employed to ensure precision, consistency, and efficiency in the production process.

The main inputs required for the production of hs code 940290 furniture include raw materials such as metals, wood, plastics, and textiles. Manufacturers also rely on specialized mechanical components, including hydraulic or electric actuators, locking mechanisms, and control systems. Additionally, the industry utilizes a range of tools, machinery, and equipment for metalworking, woodworking, and assembly operations. Skilled labor, including engineers, technicians, and assembly workers, is another critical input for this industry.

The primary outputs of the hs code 940290 industry are medical, surgical, and veterinary furniture products, such as 940290 (Furniture; for medical, surgical, veterinary use (e.g. operating tables, examination tables, hospital beds with mechanical fittings) and parts thereof). These items are essential for healthcare facilities, medical practices, and veterinary clinics. The outputs of this industry may also be consumed by other related codes, including 940310 Furniture, medical, surgical, dental or veterinary; dentists' chairs, 940320 Furniture, medical, surgical, dental or veterinary; barbers' chairs and similar chairs, having rotating as well as both reclining and elevating movements, and 940390 Furniture, medical, surgical, dental or veterinary; parts, which cover specialized medical and dental furniture and their components.