HS Code Subheading

Wood; oak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated

4403.91 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 440391

This category encompasses oak wood in its most basic form: logs or roughly squared timber, before significant processing, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, and untreated. Oak is highly prized globally for its exceptional strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal, making it a staple in high-quality furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and heavy construction. International trade involves the movement of these raw logs from temperate forested regions to sawmills and processing plants worldwide. Major importers are often countries with advanced woodworking industries but limited domestic oak resources, such as China, Vietnam, and various European nations. Exporters include countries with extensive oak forests like the USA, France, Germany, and Ukraine. Key aspects of trade include ensuring sustainable forestry practices, verifying the legality of harvesting, and adhering to timber legality regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), especially for European markets, to prevent illegal timber from entering the supply chain.

Products Under This Code

White oak logs, Red oak timber, Untreated oak billets, Rough-sawn oak lumber, Oak for barrel staves, Oak for veneer production, Oak for heavy construction

Real World Examples

American White Oak logs, French Limousin Oak, German Spessart Oak, Ukrainian Oak timber, English Oak

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 440791 (sawn oak) if the wood has been cut into planks, or with other temperate hardwoods like 440399 if not specifically identified as oak.

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 4403.91

Oak logsUntreated oak logs

Related Codes

4403.11 Wood; coniferous species, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared; treated with paint, stains, creosote or other preservatives 4403.12 Wood; non-coniferous species, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared; treated with paint, stains, creosote or other preservatives 4403.21 Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which the smallest cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more 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 4403.23 Wood; coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which the smallest cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more 4403.24 Wood; coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea 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 4403.25 Wood; coniferous species n.e.c. in headings 4403.21 or 4403.23, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, of which the smallest cross-sectional dimension is 15 cm or more 4403.26 Wood; coniferous species n.e.c in headings 4403.22 or 4403.24, 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 4403.41 Wood, tropical; as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, dark red meranti, light red meranti and meranti bakau, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated 4403.42 Wood, tropical; teak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

China, Vietnam, and Germany are top importers, while the USA, France, and Ukraine are leading exporters of rough oak timber.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440391?

HS code 440391 covers: Wood; oak, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. This category encompasses oak wood in its most basic form: logs or roughly squared timber, before significant processing, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, and untreated. Oak is highly prized globally for its exceptional strength, durability, and aesthetic appeal, making it a staple in high-quality furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and heavy construction. International trade involves the movement of these raw logs from temperate forested regions to sawmills and processing plants worldwide. Major importers are often countries with advanced woodworking industries but limited domestic oak resources, such as China, Vietnam, and various European nations. Exporters include countries with extensive oak forests like the USA, France, Germany, and Ukraine. Key aspects of trade include ensuring sustainable forestry practices, verifying the legality of harvesting, and adhering to timber legality regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), especially for European markets, to prevent illegal timber from entering the supply chain.

What products fall under HS code 440391?

White oak logs, Red oak timber, Untreated oak billets, Rough-sawn oak lumber, Oak for barrel staves, Oak for veneer production, Oak for heavy construction

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440391?

This code is often confused with 440791 (sawn oak) if the wood has been cut into planks, or with other temperate hardwoods like 440399 if not specifically identified as oak.

How is HS code 440391 structured?

HS code 440391 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.