HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4401.12 – Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous
HS code 4401.12 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous. It is used for oak firewood logs, birch billets, maple kindling, beech fuel wood and ash logs for burning.
What HS 4401.12 covers
This HS code covers non-coniferous wood used as fuel, presented in its natural, unprocessed forms like logs, billets, twigs, or faggots. This type of fuelwood, often hardwood, is highly valued for its longer burn time and higher heat output compared to coniferous varieties, making it popular for residential heating, fireplaces, and specialized industrial applications like pizza ovens. Trade involves a diverse range of countries, with forested nations exporting to energy-dependent regions. Adherence to sustainability certifications and regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) is paramount for market access, especially in environmentally conscious markets, ensuring legal and sustainable sourcing.
- Covers
- Oak firewood logs
- Birch billets
- Maple kindling
- Beech fuel wood
- Ash logs for burning
- Eucalyptus faggots
- Agglomerated non-coniferous fuel wood
- Examples
- Local hardwood firewood suppliers
- specific brands of kiln-dried oak logs
- wood from certified sustainable forests
- restaurant-grade cooking wood
- cherry wood logs
Codes often confused with 4401.12
Common mistake. Often confused with 4403 (unworked wood) if not explicitly for fuel, or 440111 if the wood is coniferous.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440112, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440112 in UN Comtrade data was Latvia, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Latvia $91M 19% of world exports
- 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina $65M 14% of world exports
- 3 Lithuania $57M 12% of world exports
World total: $477M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $97M 22% of world imports
- 2 Italy $50M 11% of world imports
- 3 South Africa $40M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $440M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4401.12
Brazil does not split HS 4401.12: its NCM code is 4401.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Questions about HS 4401.12
What is HS code 440112?
HS code 440112 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous. This HS code covers non-coniferous wood used as fuel, presented in its natural, unprocessed forms like logs, billets, twigs, or faggots. This type of fuelwood, often hardwood, is highly valued for its longer burn time and higher heat output compared to coniferous varieties, making it popular for residential heating, fireplaces, and specialized industrial applications like pizza ovens. Trade involves a diverse range of countries, with forested nations exporting to energy-dependent regions. Adherence to sustainability certifications and regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) is paramount for market access, especially in environmentally conscious markets, ensuring legal and sustainable sourcing.
What products fall under HS code 440112?
Oak firewood logs, birch billets, maple kindling, beech fuel wood, ash logs for burning, eucalyptus faggots, agglomerated non-coniferous fuel wood
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440112?
Often confused with 4403 (unworked wood) if not explicitly for fuel, or 440111 if the wood is coniferous.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440112?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440112 in UN Comtrade data were Latvia ($91M, 19% of world exports), Bosnia and Herzegovina ($65M) and Lithuania ($57M). World exports came to about $477M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 440112?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440112 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($97M, 22% of world imports), Italy ($50M) and South Africa ($40M). World imports came to about $440M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 440112 structured?
HS code 440112 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440112?
In Brazil, HS code 440112 is NCM 4401.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.