HS Code:
Furniture designed to receive clothes-dryers of subheading 8421.12 refers to specialized cabinets, stands, or enclosures specifically engineered to house centrifugal clothes-dryers. These products are often integrated into laundry rooms or utility spaces and are designed to enhance functionality, safety, and aesthetics while accommodating the specific dimensions and ventilation needs of clothes-dryers. This category falls under HS Code 9403 (furniture and parts thereof), often specified further in national tariff schedules to align with subheading 8421.12 for clothes-dryers. Global trade in this niche category is driven by demand for household appliances and modular furniture solutions, particularly in urbanized and developed regions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database and ITC Trade Map
USD 45 million
30% of total trade
Increasing
USD 25 million
16.7% of total trade
Stable
USD 20 million
13.3% of total trade
Increasing
USD 15 million
10% of total trade
Stable
USD 10 million
6.7% of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing economies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for modular and space-saving furniture
Increased imports in densely populated urban markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Europe, as consumers seek integrated laundry solutions for smaller living spaces.
2021-2023
Sustainability focus in production
Growing preference for eco-friendly materials and certifications, influencing exporters to adopt greener manufacturing practices to meet EU and North American regulations.
2020-2022
Technological integration
Emergence of smart furniture designs compatible with IoT-enabled dryers, boosting demand in tech-savvy markets like the US and South Korea.
2022-2023
The European Union introduced updated regulations on formaldehyde emissions for wooden furniture, including dryer cabinets, requiring exporters to comply with new testing protocols.
March 2023
Increased production costs for non-EU exporters, potentially reducing competitiveness of low-cost suppliers.
A partial rollback of tariffs on furniture products under HS Code 9403 was negotiated, easing trade tensions and reducing costs for US importers of Chinese-made dryer furniture.
January 2023
Boosted import volumes from China to the US, benefiting American retailers and consumers with lower prices.
South Korea launched a national program to promote smart home appliances and compatible furniture, including dryer cabinets with integrated tech features.
June 2022
Increased domestic production and exports of high-value furniture units, positioning South Korea as a key player in this segment.