HS Code:
The 'Other (including flat packs)' category under the Harmonized System (HS) Code typically encompasses a variety of miscellaneous goods and furniture items that are often shipped disassembled for ease of transport and assembly at the destination. This category includes products that do not fit into more specific classifications and often covers items like modular furniture, unassembled structures, and other related components. These products are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, catering to the growing demand for cost-effective and space-efficient solutions.
Total Trade Volume
USD 15.3 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
5.6%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-USMCA)
Rising demand for flat-pack furniture due to urbanization
Increased trade volume as urban consumers prefer space-saving and affordable furniture solutions
2022
Growth in e-commerce platforms for furniture sales
Boosted exports from manufacturing hubs like China and Vietnam as online retailers source flat-pack products globally
2021-2022
Sustainability concerns driving eco-friendly materials
Shift towards recyclable and sustainable materials in flat-pack products, influencing sourcing and production patterns
2020-2022
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties ranging from 8% to 12% on certain flat-pack furniture imports from China to protect domestic manufacturers.
March 2023
Potential shift in market share towards other exporting countries like Vietnam and Poland
Under the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement, flat-pack furniture and related products see reduced or eliminated tariffs, boosting trade among member countries.
January 2023
Increased trade volume between the US, Canada, and Mexico, benefiting North American manufacturers and consumers
Ongoing US-China trade tensions have led to a diversification of supply chains, with Vietnam becoming a significant exporter of flat-pack furniture to Western markets.
October 2022
Strengthened Vietnam's position in global trade, with a projected 10% annual growth in exports for this category