Seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment
HS v2022 Code: 940149
About seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment
HS code 940149 covers a diverse range of seating furniture that can be converted into beds, excluding those made of wood or designed for outdoor use. This industry plays a vital role in the global furniture and home furnishings sector, catering to the evolving needs of consumers who seek versatile and space-saving furniture solutions for their living spaces.
Production process
The production of convertible seats covered under HS code 940149 typically involves a combination of metalworking, upholstery, and mechanical engineering techniques. Manufacturers often start with a metal frame, which is then padded and upholstered to create the seating surface. The conversion mechanism, which allows the seat to transform into a bed, is then integrated into the design, often involving hinges, levers, or other specialized components.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of HS code 940149 items include metal alloys for the frame, foam or other padding materials, fabrics and upholstery supplies, as well as mechanical components such as hinges, springs, and locking mechanisms. Manufacturers may also rely on specialized machinery and equipment for cutting, shaping, and assembling the various parts of the convertible seats.
Production outputs
The primary output of HS code 940149 is convertible seating furniture that can be transformed into beds, catering to the needs of consumers who require versatile and space-saving furniture solutions. These products may be consumed by a range of other industries, including 940120 Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles, 940130 Swivel seats with variable height adjustment, and 940161 Upholstered seats, with wooden frames, as well as the broader 9401 (Seats (other than those of heading 94.02)) industry.
Revisions to 940149
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 940149. The most recent 1 version of this code (940149) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 940149.
Older versions
Family tree for seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment
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A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/94'>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/v2022/9401'>9401: Seats (not those of heading no. 9402), whether or not convertible into beds and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940149'>940149: Seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940110'>940110: Seats; of a kind used for aircraft</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940120'>940120: Seats; of a kind used for motor vehicles</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940131'>940131: Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment of wood, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940139'>940139: Seats; swivel with variable height adjustment of other than wood, excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940141'>940141: Seats; convertible into beds of wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940152'>940152: Seats; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940153'>940153: Seats; of rattan</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940159'>940159: Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940161'>940161: Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940169'>940169: Seats; with wooden frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940171'>940171: Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> O["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940179'>940179: Seats; with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> P["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940180'>940180: Seats; n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> Q["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940191'>940191: Seats; parts, of wood, (other than for use in the assembly of motor vehicles as determined by the minister, other than automotive)</a>"]
B --> R["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940199'>940199: Seats; parts, (of other than wood) for use in the assembly of motor vehicles as determined by the minister</a>"]
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