Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed articles, as well as lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified, illuminated signs, and prefabricated buildings. Furniture in this chapter refers to articles used for placing items or for sitting or lying on, including various types of furniture made of wood, metal, plastic, etc., but excluding medical devices, toys, etc. Heading 9401 covers seats (chairs, sofas, etc.) and parts thereof, including seats for aircraft, vessels, and other vehicles, but excluding seats specially designed for medical, dental, barber, etc. use. This heading is subdivided by material and function, such as wooden frames, metal frames, plastic frames, etc., and distinguishes whether they can be converted into beds. First 2 digits 94 = Chapter 94 (furniture, bedding, lamps, etc.); digits 3-4 01 = Heading 9401 (seats and parts thereof); digits 5-6 69 = Subheading 940169, where the 5th digit 6 indicates wooden-framed seats, and the 6th digit 9 indicates other (i.e., wooden-framed seats other than 940161 upholstered wooden-framed seats and 940169). Therefore 940169 refers to other wooden-framed seats, i.e., non-upholstered wooden-framed seats. The product is a wooden-framed seat, and it is not an upholstered seat (e.g., wooden chairs with cushions are classified under 940161), nor does it have a frame of other materials (e.g., metal under 940171). Therefore it is classified under 940169, i.e., other wooden-framed seats.
Chapter
Chapter 94 covers furniture, bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed articles, as well as lamps and lighting fittings not elsewhere specified, illuminated signs, and prefabricated buildings. Furniture in this chapter refers to articles used for placing items or for sitting or lying on, including various types of furniture made of wood, metal, plastic, etc., but excluding medical devices, toys, etc.
Heading
Heading 9401 covers seats (chairs, sofas, etc.) and parts thereof, including seats for aircraft, vessels, and other vehicles, but excluding seats specially designed for medical, dental, barber, etc. use. This heading is subdivided by material and function, such as wooden frames, metal frames, plastic frames, etc., and distinguishes whether they can be converted into beds.
Digit Breakdown
First 2 digits 94 = Chapter 94 (furniture, bedding, lamps, etc.); digits 3-4 01 = Heading 9401 (seats and parts thereof); digits 5-6 69 = Subheading 940169, where the 5th digit 6 indicates wooden-framed seats, and the 6th digit 9 indicates other (i.e., wooden-framed seats other than 940161 upholstered wooden-framed seats and 940169). Therefore 940169 refers to other wooden-framed seats, i.e., non-upholstered wooden-framed seats.
Classification Basis
The product is a wooden-framed seat, and it is not an upholstered seat (e.g., wooden chairs with cushions are classified under 940161), nor does it have a frame of other materials (e.g., metal under 940171). Therefore it is classified under 940169, i.e., other wooden-framed seats.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: Declare the product name specifically and clearly, such as "wooden-framed dining chair," "wooden office chair," etc. Avoid vague descriptions like "chair." Material: Specify the frame material, such as "oak," "pine," etc., and whether it contains cushions, leather, etc. Use: Indicate the usage scenario, such as "household," "office," "restaurant," etc. Brand: If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in "none." Model: Declare the product model or item number for identification. Is It Upholstered: Clearly state whether it has upholstery (such as foam, fabric filling), which affects subheading classification. Can It Be Converted into a Bed: If the seat can be converted into a bed, it must be noted, as this may affect classification. Product Name: Wooden-framed dining chair; Material: Oak frame, no upholstery; Use: Household dining room; Brand: None; Model: CH-2024; Is It Upholstered: No; Can It Be Converted into a Bed: No. Mistaking a wooden chair with a thin decorative pad for 940161, when it should actually be classified under 940169. Failing to distinguish the frame material, misreporting a metal-framed chair as wooden-framed. Ignoring the function of the seat being convertible into a bed, resulting in failure to classify under 940140.
Product Name
Declare the product name specifically and clearly, such as "wooden-framed dining chair," "wooden office chair," etc. Avoid vague descriptions like "chair."
⚠️ Writing only "chair" or "wooden chair" without indicating the frame material and use.
Material
Specify the frame material, such as "oak," "pine," etc., and whether it contains cushions, leather, etc.
⚠️ Writing only "wooden" without distinguishing between frame and seat cushion materials.
Use
Indicate the usage scenario, such as "household," "office," "restaurant," etc.
⚠️ Vague use description, such as "for sitting."
Brand
If there is a brand, declare the brand name; if no brand, fill in "none."
⚠️ Confusing brand with trademark, or failing to declare the brand.
Model
Declare the product model or item number for identification.
⚠️ Incomplete model number or inconsistent with the actual product.
Is It Upholstered
Clearly state whether it has upholstery (such as foam, fabric filling), which affects subheading classification.
⚠️ Mistaking a thin decorative pad for upholstery, leading to misclassification.
Can It Be Converted into a Bed
If the seat can be converted into a bed, it must be noted, as this may affect classification.
⚠️ Ignoring this function, resulting in failure to classify under 940140.
Example： Product Name: Wooden-framed dining chair; Material: Oak frame, no upholstery; Use: Household dining room; Brand: None; Model: CH-2024; Is It Upholstered: No; Can It Be Converted into a Bed: No.
Common Mistakes：
Mistaking a wooden chair with a thin decorative pad for 940161, when it should actually be classified under 940169.
Failing to distinguish the frame material, misreporting a metal-framed chair as wooden-framed.
Ignoring the function of the seat being convertible into a bed, resulting in failure to classify under 940140.
🎯 Classification Logic
Core classification criteria: 1. The frame material of the seat (wooden); 2. Whether it has upholstery (such as foam, fabric filling); 3. Whether it can be converted into a bed; 4. Use (household, office, etc.). According to HS rules, wooden-framed seats without upholstery are classified under 940169. 940161 Upholstered wooden-framed seats: 940161 refers to wooden-framed seats with upholstery, such as sofas and upholstered dining chairs; 940169 refers to wooden-framed seats without upholstery or with only a thin decorative pad. 940171 Metal-framed seats: 940171 refers to metal-framed seats, such as metal chairs and metal sofas; 940169 refers only to wooden-framed seats. 940140 Seats convertible into beds: 940140 refers to seats that can be converted into beds, such as sofa beds; 940169 does not have this function. 940330 Wooden office furniture: 940330 refers to wooden office furniture (such as desks and filing cabinets), excluding seats; seats are classified under 9401. Is the frame made of wood? Does it have upholstery? Can it be converted into a bed? Does it belong to seats specially designed for medical, dental, etc. use? Does it belong to seats for aircraft, vessels, and other vehicles?
Basis
Core classification criteria: 1. The frame material of the seat (wooden); 2. Whether it has upholstery (such as foam, fabric filling); 3. Whether it can be converted into a bed; 4. Use (household, office, etc.). According to HS rules, wooden-framed seats without upholstery are classified under 940169.
Confused Codes：
940161 - Upholstered wooden-framed seats
940161 refers to wooden-framed seats with upholstery, such as sofas and upholstered dining chairs; 940169 refers to wooden-framed seats without upholstery or with only a thin decorative pad.
940171 - Metal-framed seats
940171 refers to metal-framed seats, such as metal chairs and metal sofas; 940169 refers only to wooden-framed seats.
940140 - Seats convertible into beds
940140 refers to seats that can be converted into beds, such as sofa beds; 940169 does not have this function.
940330 - Wooden office furniture
940330 refers to wooden office furniture (such as desks and filing cabinets), excluding seats; seats are classified under 9401.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the frame made of wood?
✓ Does it have upholstery?
✓ Can it be converted into a bed?
✓ Does it belong to seats specially designed for medical, dental, etc. use?
✓ Does it belong to seats for aircraft, vessels, and other vehicles?
❓ FAQ
How do I check the tariff rate for 940169? You can obtain the latest tariff rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools by entering HS code 940169 and the country of origin and destination. Note that tariff rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest official publication should prevail. Should a wooden-framed seat with a thin seat pad be classified under 940161 or 940169? If the seat pad is only a thin decorative layer or not upholstered, it is still classified under 940169; if the seat pad is filled with foam or other upholstery, it is classified under 940161. The key is whether it constitutes "upholstery." What certifications are required to export wooden-framed seats to the EU? Generally, CE certification (if applicable), wood fumigation certificate (ISPM15), REACH compliance, etc. are required. The specifics depend on the product use and materials; consulting a professional agency is recommended. What is the main difference between 940169 and 940161? 940161 is upholstered wooden-framed seats, and 940169 is non-upholstered wooden-framed seats. The difference lies in whether they have upholstery filling. How should "Is It Upholstered" be declared during customs declaration? It should be declared truthfully. If the seat pad is filled with foam, fabric, etc., fill in "Yes"; if it is only a thin decorative layer or a hard seat surface, fill in "No." How are parts of wooden-framed seats classified? If the part is a wooden frame, it can be classified under 940169 (if unassembled); if it is a dedicated part, it is generally classified under 940190. How do I choose the HS code for selling wooden-framed seats via cross-border e-commerce? Based on the product material and function, if it is a wooden-framed non-upholstered seat, choose 940169; if it has upholstery, choose 940161. Consulting a customs broker for confirmation is recommended. Does 940169 include children's seats? It does not include child safety seats (classified under 940120) or toy seats (classified under 9503). 940169 refers to ordinary seats.
Q: How do I check the tariff rate for 940169?
A: You can obtain the latest tariff rate through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, the International Trade Single Window, or professional tariff inquiry tools by entering HS code 940169 and the country of origin and destination. Note that tariff rates are subject to policy adjustments, and the latest official publication should prevail.
Q: Should a wooden-framed seat with a thin seat pad be classified under 940161 or 940169?
A: If the seat pad is only a thin decorative layer or not upholstered, it is still classified under 940169; if the seat pad is filled with foam or other upholstery, it is classified under 940161. The key is whether it constitutes "upholstery."
Q: What certifications are required to export wooden-framed seats to the EU?
A: Generally, CE certification (if applicable), wood fumigation certificate (ISPM15), REACH compliance, etc. are required. The specifics depend on the product use and materials; consulting a professional agency is recommended.
Q: What is the main difference between 940169 and 940161?
A: 940161 is upholstered wooden-framed seats, and 940169 is non-upholstered wooden-framed seats. The difference lies in whether they have upholstery filling.
Q: How should "Is It Upholstered" be declared during customs declaration?
A: It should be declared truthfully. If the seat pad is filled with foam, fabric, etc., fill in "Yes"; if it is only a thin decorative layer or a hard seat surface, fill in "No."
Q: How are parts of wooden-framed seats classified?
A: If the part is a wooden frame, it can be classified under 940169 (if unassembled); if it is a dedicated part, it is generally classified under 940190.
Q: How do I choose the HS code for selling wooden-framed seats via cross-border e-commerce?
A: Based on the product material and function, if it is a wooden-framed non-upholstered seat, choose 940169; if it has upholstery, choose 940161. Consulting a customs broker for confirmation is recommended.
Q: Does 940169 include children's seats?
A: It does not include child safety seats (classified under 940120) or toy seats (classified under 9503). 940169 refers to ordinary seats.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.