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U.S. imports of aircraft seats (HS 940110) totaled $58.5M in April 2026, traded with 47 countries.
Importers of Aircraft Seats paid $440K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.8% on $4.5M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSeats engineered for use in civil and commercial aircraft are a specialized, safety-critical component subject to FAA airworthiness standards, and their classification under this heading turns on design intent for aviation use rather than the material of construction. The US schedule divides the heading between leather-upholstered aircraft seats (9401104000) and all other aircraft seats (9401108000), a distinction that affects duty treatment. The United Kingdom and Germany are the leading supplier countries, reflecting the concentration of certified aerospace interior manufacturers in Europe. Importers should ensure that seats are accompanied by FAA Form 8130-3 or equivalent airworthiness approval documentation from the country of manufacture.
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CBP generally requires evidence that the seats are designed and certified for aviation use, such as FAA Form 8130-3 (Authorized Release Certificate) or an equivalent airworthiness tag from the exporting country's civil aviation authority. Technical specifications showing compliance with FAA TSO-C127 or equivalent seat certification standards also support classification. Without such documentation, CBP may reclassify the seats under a general seating provision.
CBP applies the 'leather upholstered' designation based on the essential character of the seating surface — seats where leather constitutes the predominant upholstery material on the seating and back surfaces generally qualify. Seats with only leather trim strips or accent panels while the primary surface is fabric or synthetic material would typically be classified under the NESOI line (9401108000). Importers with mixed-material designs should seek a binding ruling for certainty.
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Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9401108000 | SEATS OF A KIND USED FOR AIRCRAFT, NESOI | $40.6M | 9.63% | $370K |
| 9401104000 | SEATS USED FOR AIRCRAFT LEATHER UPHOLSTERED | $17.8M | 10.69% | $70K |
SEATS OF A KIND USED FOR AIRCRAFT, NESOI
SEATS USED FOR AIRCRAFT LEATHER UPHOLSTERED
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM | $27.9M | -- | -$27.9M |
| GERMANY | $11.7M | -- | -$11.7M |
| PHILIPPINES | $8.0M | -- | -$8.0M |
| FRANCE | $2.8M | -- | -$2.8M |
| MEXICO | $2.1M | -- | -$2.1M |
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $11.7M | -- | -$11.7M |
| Washington | $10.3M | -- | -$10.3M |
| Florida | $6.2M | -- | -$6.2M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEATTLE-TACOMA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, WA | $12.7M | -- | -$12.7M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $5.4M | -- | -$5.4M |
| ATLANTA, GA | $4.2M | -- | -$4.2M |