Storage rack hs code
storage rack classified under HS code 9403.20
Furniture; metal, other than for office use
Chapter Note
1.- This Chapter does not cover :
(a) Pneumatic or water mattresses, pillows or cushions, of Chapter 39, 40 or 63;
(b) Mirrors designed for placing on the floor or ground (for example, cheval-glasses (swing-mirrors)) of
heading 70.09;
(c) Articles of Chapter 71;
(d) Parts of general use as defined in Note 2 to Section XV, of base metal (Section XV), or similar
goods of plastics (Chapter 39), or safes of heading 83.03;
(e) Furniture specially designed as parts of refrigerating or freezing equipment of heading 84.18;
furniture specially designed for sewing machines (heading 84.52);
(f) Lamps or light sources and parts thereof of Chapter 85;
(g) Furniture specially designed as parts of apparatus of heading 85.18 (heading 85.18), of
headings 85.19 or 85.21 (heading 85.22) or of headings 85.25 to 85.28 (heading 85.29);
(h) Articles of heading 87.14;
(ij) Dentists' chairs incorporating dental appliances of heading 90.18 or dentists' spittoons
(heading 90.18);
(k) Articles of Chapter 91 (for example, clocks and clock cases);
(l) Toy furniture or toy luminaires and lighting fittings (heading 95.03), billiard tables or other
furniture specially constructed for games (heading 95.04), furniture for conjuring tricks or
decorations (other than lighting strings) such as Chinese lanterns (heading 95.05); or
(m) Monopods, bipods, tripods and similar articles (heading 96.20).
2.- The articles (other than parts) referred to in headings 94.01 to 94.03 are to be classified in those headings
only if they are designed for placing on the floor or ground.
The following are, however, to be classified in the above-mentioned headings even if they are designed
to be hung, to be fixed to the wall or to stand one on the other :
(a) Cupboards, bookcases, other shelved furniture (including single shelves presented with supports
for fixing them to the wall) and unit furniture;
(b) Seats and beds.
3.- (A) In headings 94.01 to 94.03 references to parts of goods do not include references to sheets or slabs
(whether or not cut to shape but not combined with other parts) of glass (including mirrors), marble
or other stone or of any other material referred to in Chapter 68 or 69.
(B) Goods described in heading 94.04, presented separately, are not to be classified in heading 94.01,
94.02 or 94.03 as parts of goods.4.- For the purposes of heading 94.06, the expression “prefabricated buildings” means buildings which
are finished in the factory or put up as elements, presented together, to be assembled on site, such as
housing or worksite accommodation, offices, schools, shops, sheds, garages or similar buildings.
Prefabricated buildings include "modular building units" of steel, normally presented in the size and
shape of a standard shipping container, but substantially or completely pre-fitted internally. Such
modular building units are normally designed to be assembled together to form permanent buildings.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The storage rack classified under HS Code 940320 is defined as a non-metallic furniture unit designed primarily for the organized storage and display of goods in commercial and industrial environments. Typically constructed from wood, particleboard, or similar materials, these racks exhibit precise dimensions tailored to optimize space utilization, with load-bearing capacities ranging from 50 to 500 kilograms per shelf depending on design specifications and processing levels such as lamination or varnishing for enhanced durability. This classification encompasses subcategories including kitchen racks, shelving units, and display furniture excluding metal components. Commercially, these racks serve critical roles in food service establishments for ingredient organization, retail outlets for product presentation, and processing industries for inventory management. Their structural robustness, modular design capabilities, and compliance with ergonomic standards position them as essential fixtures enabling efficient stock handling and improved operational workflows in diverse market sectors.
HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications
Under the Harmonized System, the storage rack falls within Chapter 94 (Furniture), Heading 9403 (Other furniture and parts thereof), and Subheading 940320, specifically denoting wooden furniture for storage purposes. This classification is justified by the product’s material composition and functional attributes aligned with the scope of non-metallic furniture items intended for storage and display. Trade considerations include adherence to standardized packaging protocols such as shrink-wrapping and palletization to prevent damage and facilitate handling during international transport. Preservation methods involve moisture-resistant treatments to comply with phytosanitary regulations and maintain product integrity. Shipping requirements mandate clear labeling with HS codes and compliance with WTO trade facilitation agreements to expedite customs clearance. Quality standards conform to ISO 9001 for manufacturing processes and relevant ASTM or EN norms for material safety and load capacity verification, ensuring the product meets international trade and customs documentation criteria efficiently.
