Seats; of bamboo

HS v2022 Code: 940152

About seats; of bamboo

HS code 940152 covers the import and export of bamboo seating furniture. This industry plays a significant role in the global furniture trade, catering to the growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable home furnishings. Bamboo, a fast-growing and renewable resource, has become increasingly popular in the production of various types of seating, from dining chairs to outdoor benches, making it a valuable contributor to the broader furniture and home decor sectors.

Production process

The production of bamboo seating involves a multi-step process. First, the bamboo is harvested and processed to extract the desired culms (stems). These culms are then cut, shaped, and woven into the desired seating frame. Depending on the design, the frame may be reinforced with additional materials, such as wood or metal, to ensure structural integrity. The final step involves the addition of cushions, upholstery, or other finishing touches to create the complete seating product.

Production inputs

The primary input for the production of bamboo seating is, of course, the bamboo itself. Manufacturers may source bamboo from various regions, depending on the availability and quality of the material. In addition to the raw bamboo, the industry also requires various tools and machinery for cutting, shaping, and weaving the bamboo, as well as any supplementary materials, such as wood, metal, or fabrics, used in the final product.

Production outputs

The main output of HS code 940152 is bamboo seating furniture, which can be used in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and outdoor spaces. These bamboo seats may be consumed by other industries, such as 940169 Seats; nes, 940161 Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, and 940171 Seats; with metal frames, as they can be incorporated into a wide range of furniture and home decor products.

Revisions to 940152

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 940152. The most recent 1 version of this code (940152) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 940152.

Older versions

Family tree for seats; of bamboo

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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/v2022/940152'>940152: Seats; of bamboo</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/v2022/940149'>940149: Seats; convertible into beds of other than wood, other than garden seats or camping equipment</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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