HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4403.22 – Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm
HS code 4403.22 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. It is used for pine pulpwood, small pine sawlogs, pine fence posts, raw pine poles and small diameter pine logs for chipping.
What HS 4403.22 covers
This HS code specifically covers smaller diameter logs of coniferous pine (Pinus spp.) in their rough, untreated state. Similar to its larger counterpart, 'in the rough' means minimal processing, with or without bark/sapwood, or roughly squared, but not sawn into finished lumber. The critical distinction here is that any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm, making these logs suitable for different industrial applications. They are commonly used as pulpwood for paper and board manufacturing, fence posts, smaller structural elements, or as raw material for engineered wood products like OSB. Importers include pulp and paper mills, panel board manufacturers, and smaller timber processors. Exporters are countries with active forestry operations and efficient harvesting of smaller trees. Key considerations in this trade involve sustainable harvesting practices, the efficient transport of smaller logs, demand from the paper and construction industries, and compliance with timber regulations like EUDR and EUTR.
- Covers
- Pine pulpwood
- Small pine sawlogs
- Pine fence posts
- Raw pine poles
- Small diameter pine logs for chipping
- Untreated pine lumber
- Pine thinnings
- Examples
- Pine logs for OSB production
- small diameter Ponderosa Pine logs
- Lodgepole Pine pulpwood
- Scots Pine thinnings
- Radiata Pine small logs
Codes often confused with 4403.22
Common mistake. The primary confusion is with 440321 (larger pine logs) due to the same species, but the 'any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm' is the distinguishing factor. Also, 4407 (sawn timber) if already cut into finished lumber.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440322, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440322 in UN Comtrade data was New Zealand, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 33% 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 New Zealand $270M 39% of world exports
- 2 Norway $128M 19% of world exports
- 3 Poland $67M 9.7% of world exports
World total: $691M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Sweden $186M 33% of world imports
- 2 India $90M 16% of world imports
- 3 Finland $69M 12% of world imports
World total: $569M 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 4403.22
Brazil does not split HS 4403.22: its NCM code is 4403.22.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.03 →
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 4403.22
What is HS code 440322?
HS code 440322 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. This HS code specifically covers smaller diameter logs of coniferous pine (Pinus spp.) in their rough, untreated state. Similar to its larger counterpart, 'in the rough' means minimal processing, with or without bark/sapwood, or roughly squared, but not sawn into finished lumber. The critical distinction here is that any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm, making these logs suitable for different industrial applications. They are commonly used as pulpwood for paper and board manufacturing, fence posts, smaller structural elements, or as raw material for engineered wood products like OSB. Importers include pulp and paper mills, panel board manufacturers, and smaller timber processors. Exporters are countries with active forestry operations and efficient harvesting of smaller trees. Key considerations in this trade involve sustainable harvesting practices, the efficient transport of smaller logs, demand from the paper and construction industries, and compliance with timber regulations like EUDR and EUTR.
What products fall under HS code 440322?
Pine pulpwood, small pine sawlogs, pine fence posts, raw pine poles, small diameter pine logs for chipping, untreated pine lumber, pine thinnings
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440322?
The primary confusion is with 440321 (larger pine logs) due to the same species, but the 'any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm' is the distinguishing factor. Also, 4407 (sawn timber) if already cut into finished lumber.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440322?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440322 in UN Comtrade data were New Zealand ($270M, 39% of world exports), Norway ($128M) and Poland ($67M). World exports came to about $691M, 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 440322?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440322 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($186M, 33% of world imports), India ($90M) and Finland ($69M). World imports came to about $569M, 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 440322 structured?
HS code 440322 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (03) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440322?
In Brazil, HS code 440322 is NCM 4403.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.