Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)

HS v2022 Code: 940171

About seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)

HS code 940171 covers a significant segment of the furniture industry, specifically focused on upholstered seats with metal frames. This category encompasses a wide range of products, from office chairs and sofas to dining room and living room seating. The demand for these types of furniture is driven by both commercial and residential sectors, making it an important part of the broader economy.

Production process

The production of seats covered under HS code 940171 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the metal frame is fabricated, often through welding or other metalworking techniques. The frame is then padded with foam or other cushioning materials, and the upholstery fabric is carefully cut and sewn to cover the frame. Finally, the assembled seat is inspected and finished to meet quality standards.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 940171 seats include metal for the frame, foam or other cushioning materials, and a variety of upholstery fabrics. Manufacturers may also utilize specialized machinery, such as sewing machines and cutting tools, to streamline the production process. Additionally, skilled labor is a crucial input, as the assembly and upholstery work often requires significant craftsmanship.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 940171 is upholstered seats with metal frames, which are used in a variety of settings, including offices, homes, and public spaces. These seats may be consumed by other industries, such as 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, which may incorporate these types of seats into their own products or use them as replacement parts.

Revisions to 940171

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 940171. The most recent 1 version of this code (940171) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 940171.

Family tree for seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)

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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/v2022/940171'>940171: Seats; with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</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/v2022/940152'>940152: Seats; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940153'>940153: Seats; of rattan</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940159'>940159: Seats; of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940161'>940161: Seats; with wooden frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture)</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/940169'>940169: Seats; with wooden frames, not 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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