HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4403.42 – Wood, tropical; teak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated
HS code 4403.42 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, tropical, teak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. It is used for teak logs, rough-sawn teak timber, untreated teak billets, teak lumber for shipbuilding and teak for outdoor furniture.
What HS 4403.42 covers
This HS code specifically covers teak wood in its rawest form – logs or roughly squared timber, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, and untreated. Teak (Tectona grandis) is globally renowned for its exceptional durability, natural resistance to water and pests, and beautiful grain, making it a premium choice for high-end applications. In international trade, these rough teak logs are primarily sourced from tropical regions with natural teak forests or sustainable plantations, such as Myanmar, Indonesia, and parts of Africa and Latin America. Major importers are typically countries with advanced woodworking industries, including India, China, and Vietnam, where the timber is processed into finished products like luxury outdoor furniture, marine decking, and architectural elements. Key things to know for traders include the critical importance of verifying the legality and sustainable origin of the timber, especially with stringent regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) in effect, which demand robust due diligence to combat illegal logging and associated deforestation. The high value of teak also necessitates careful handling and secure logistics throughout the supply chain.
- Covers
- Teak logs
- Rough-sawn teak timber
- Untreated teak billets
- Teak lumber for shipbuilding
- Teak for outdoor furniture
- Teak for decking
- Teak for flooring
- Examples
- Myanmar Teak logs
- Indonesian Plantation Teak
- African Teak (Iroko sometimes confused)
- Indian Teak
- Brazilian Teak (Cumaru sometimes confused)
Codes often confused with 4403.42
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 440723 (sawn teak) if the wood has undergone initial processing beyond rough squaring, or with other tropical hardwoods like 440349 if not precisely identified as teak.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440342, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440342 in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 91% 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 Brazil $70M 35% of world exports
- 2 Ecuador $56M 28% of world exports
- 3 Panama $31M 15% of world exports
World total: $199M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 India $273M 91% of world imports
- 2 China $12M 4.1% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$8.6M 2.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $299M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 4403.42
Brazil does not split HS 4403.42: its NCM code is 4403.42.00.
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 4403.42
What is HS code 440342?
HS code 440342 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood, tropical; teak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. This HS code specifically covers teak wood in its rawest form – logs or roughly squared timber, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, and untreated. Teak (Tectona grandis) is globally renowned for its exceptional durability, natural resistance to water and pests, and beautiful grain, making it a premium choice for high-end applications. In international trade, these rough teak logs are primarily sourced from tropical regions with natural teak forests or sustainable plantations, such as Myanmar, Indonesia, and parts of Africa and Latin America. Major importers are typically countries with advanced woodworking industries, including India, China, and Vietnam, where the timber is processed into finished products like luxury outdoor furniture, marine decking, and architectural elements. Key things to know for traders include the critical importance of verifying the legality and sustainable origin of the timber, especially with stringent regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) in effect, which demand robust due diligence to combat illegal logging and associated deforestation. The high value of teak also necessitates careful handling and secure logistics throughout the supply chain.
What products fall under HS code 440342?
Teak logs, Rough-sawn teak timber, Untreated teak billets, Teak lumber for shipbuilding, Teak for outdoor furniture, Teak for decking, Teak for flooring
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440342?
This code is often confused with 440723 (sawn teak) if the wood has undergone initial processing beyond rough squaring, or with other tropical hardwoods like 440349 if not precisely identified as teak.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440342?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440342 in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($70M, 35% of world exports), Ecuador ($56M) and Panama ($31M). World exports came to about $199M, 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 440342?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440342 in UN Comtrade data were India ($273M, 91% of world imports), China ($12M) and Vietnam (about $8.6M). World imports came to about $299M, 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 440342 structured?
HS code 440342 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 (42) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440342?
In Brazil, HS code 440342 is NCM 4403.42.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.