Furniture; plastic

HS v2017 Code: 940370

About furniture; plastic

hs code 940370 covers a wide range of plastic furniture products, including chairs, tables, desks, and other household and office furnishings. This industry plays a vital role in the global economy, providing affordable and versatile furniture solutions to consumers and businesses alike. Plastic furniture is valued for its durability, ease of maintenance, and diverse design possibilities, making it a popular choice across residential, commercial, and institutional settings.

Production process

The production of plastic furniture typically involves injection molding, rotational molding, or thermoforming techniques. These processes allow for the efficient and cost-effective manufacture of a variety of plastic furniture designs. Injection molding, in particular, is a common method used to create intricate and complex plastic furniture pieces, while rotational molding and thermoforming are well-suited for larger, more basic furniture items.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of plastic furniture under hs code 940370 include various types of plastic resins, such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and ABS. Additionally, the industry relies on molds, machinery for the molding and assembly processes, and various finishing materials like paints, coatings, and hardware components.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the plastic furniture industry covered by hs code 940370 include chairs, tables, desks, shelving units, and other household and office furnishings. These products are often consumed by 940169 Furniture; other than seats and parts thereof, 940320 Furniture; wooden, for the bedroom, and 940360 Furniture; wooden, other, as well as the broader retail and commercial furniture markets.

Revisions to 940370

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 940370. The most recent 1 version of this code (940370) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 940370 ( HS v2017).

Newer versions
Older versions

Family tree for furniture; plastic

    graph LR
    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/v2017/9403'>9403: Furniture and parts thereof, n.e.c. in chapter 94</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940370'>940370: Furniture; plastic</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940310'>940310: Furniture; metal, for office use</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940320'>940320: Furniture; metal, other than for office use</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940330'>940330: Furniture; wooden, for office use</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940340'>940340: Furniture; wooden, for kitchen use</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940350'>940350: Furniture; wooden, for bedroom use</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940360'>940360: Furniture; wooden, other than for office, kitchen or bedroom use</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940382'>940382: Furniture; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940383'>940383: Furniture; of rattan</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940389'>940389: Furniture; of cane, osier, or similar materials (other than bamboo or rattan)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/940390'>940390: Furniture; parts</a>"]

    

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