HS Code Subheading

Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated; sawdust

4401.41 Subheading
Section IX — Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal; cork and articles of cork; manufactures of straw, of esparto or of other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork

About HS Code 440141

This HS code covers non-agglomerated sawdust, wood waste, and scrap primarily intended for fuel. In international trade, this material is a significant component of the biomass energy sector, where it's used to generate heat and electricity, offering a renewable alternative to fossil fuels. Beyond energy, it finds applications in manufacturing composite wood products, as animal bedding, and even as a raw material for pulp and paper. Major players in this trade include sawmills and woodworking industries as exporters, and power plants, agricultural suppliers, and panel manufacturers as importers. Key considerations for trade involve moisture content, particle size, and adherence to sustainability certifications. Regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) are increasingly critical, requiring due diligence on the origin and legality of the wood to combat deforestation and illegal logging, impacting supply chains globally.

Products Under This Code

Sawdust for biomass fuel, Wood flour, Animal bedding sawdust, Mushroom substrate sawdust, Sawdust for composite boards, Fuel briquette raw material, Absorbent sawdust

Real World Examples

Enviva (wood pellets raw material), Drax Power Station (biomass fuel), Purina (animal bedding), Fungi Perfecti (mushroom cultivation)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 440149, which covers other non-agglomerated wood waste and scrap but specifically excludes sawdust. It's also distinct from 440131 or 440139 (agglomerated wood pellets/briquettes).

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 4401.41

Sawdust

Related Codes

4401.11 Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, coniferous 4401.12 Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous 4401.21 Wood; for fuel, in chips or particles, coniferous, whether or not agglomerated 4401.22 Wood; for fuel, in chips or particles, non-coniferous, whether or not agglomerated 4401.31 Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in wood pellets 4401.32 Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in wood briquettes 4401.39 Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, agglomerated in logs or similar forms, other than wood pellets or wood briquettes 4401.49 Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated and not including sawdust

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers for this category often include EU countries like Germany and the UK for biomass, while major exporters are Canada, the USA, and Baltic states.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440141?

HS code 440141 covers: Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated; sawdust. This HS code covers non-agglomerated sawdust, wood waste, and scrap primarily intended for fuel. In international trade, this material is a significant component of the biomass energy sector, where it's used to generate heat and electricity, offering a renewable alternative to fossil fuels. Beyond energy, it finds applications in manufacturing composite wood products, as animal bedding, and even as a raw material for pulp and paper. Major players in this trade include sawmills and woodworking industries as exporters, and power plants, agricultural suppliers, and panel manufacturers as importers. Key considerations for trade involve moisture content, particle size, and adherence to sustainability certifications. Regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) are increasingly critical, requiring due diligence on the origin and legality of the wood to combat deforestation and illegal logging, impacting supply chains globally.

What products fall under HS code 440141?

Sawdust for biomass fuel, Wood flour, Animal bedding sawdust, Mushroom substrate sawdust, Sawdust for composite boards, Fuel briquette raw material, Absorbent sawdust

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440141?

This code is often confused with 440149, which covers other non-agglomerated wood waste and scrap but specifically excludes sawdust. It's also distinct from 440131 or 440139 (agglomerated wood pellets/briquettes).

How is HS code 440141 structured?

HS code 440141 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 (41) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.