About HS Code 440139
This category captures agglomerated fuel wood made from sawdust, wood waste, and scrap, specifically in forms resembling traditional logs or other shapes that are neither pellets nor briquettes. These products offer a convenient and often more efficient alternative to natural firewood, providing consistent burn times and higher energy density due to compression. They cater to consumers seeking manufactured fuel options for fireplaces and wood stoves, often marketed for their ease of use and environmental benefits from waste utilization. Trade involves manufacturers converting wood by-products into marketable fuel, with an emphasis on sustainable waste management. Adherence to environmental regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) is crucial for market access.
Products Under This Code
Compressed sawdust logs, manufactured fire logs, recycled wood fuel logs, eco-friendly fireplace logs, engineered wood logs, composite fuel logs, pressed wood logs
Real World Examples
Duraflame firelogs, Pine Mountain firelogs, specific brands of manufactured fireplace logs, recycled wood composite logs, Earth Log firelogs
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 440111 or 440112 (natural fuel logs) if the agglomerated nature isn't clear, or with 440132 (briquettes) if the shape is ambiguous.
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.
Products Classified Under 4401.39
Industry
This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.
Trade Overview
The United States and Canada are major producers and exporters, with significant markets in North America and parts of Europe for residential use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 440139?
HS code 440139 covers: Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in logs or similar forms, other than wood pellets or wood briquettes. This category captures agglomerated fuel wood made from sawdust, wood waste, and scrap, specifically in forms resembling traditional logs or other shapes that are neither pellets nor briquettes. These products offer a convenient and often more efficient alternative to natural firewood, providing consistent burn times and higher energy density due to compression. They cater to consumers seeking manufactured fuel options for fireplaces and wood stoves, often marketed for their ease of use and environmental benefits from waste utilization. Trade involves manufacturers converting wood by-products into marketable fuel, with an emphasis on sustainable waste management. Adherence to environmental regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) is crucial for market access.
What products fall under HS code 440139?
Compressed sawdust logs, manufactured fire logs, recycled wood fuel logs, eco-friendly fireplace logs, engineered wood logs, composite fuel logs, pressed wood logs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440139?
Can be confused with 440111 or 440112 (natural fuel logs) if the agglomerated nature isn't clear, or with 440132 (briquettes) if the shape is ambiguous.
How is HS code 440139 structured?
HS code 440139 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 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.