HS Code Subheading

Wood; of beech (Fagus 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

4403.93 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 440393

This HS code specifically covers large-dimension beech wood in its rough, unprocessed state, typically logs or roughly squared timber with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm. Beech (Fagus spp.) is a dense, hard, and versatile timber, highly valued in Europe and Asia for its excellent bending properties, fine grain, and light color, making it ideal for furniture, flooring, specialized joinery, and tool handles. The trade involves moving these substantial logs from temperate forests, primarily in Central and Eastern Europe, to processing facilities globally. Importers are often manufacturers requiring large, high-quality timber for specific industrial uses, while exporters are countries with significant beech forest resources, such as Romania, France, and Germany. Compliance with sustainable forestry and timber legality regulations, such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), is crucial due to the timber's origin in often sensitive European forests, ensuring responsible sourcing and traceability.

Products Under This Code

Large beech logs, Untreated beech timber (15cm+), Rough-sawn beech for furniture, Beech for veneer production, Beech for heavy construction, Beech for railway sleepers, Beech for industrial applications

Real World Examples

German Beech logs, Romanian Beech timber, French Beech for furniture, Croatian Beech, Slovenian Beech

Common Misclassification

This code is distinct from 440394 (smaller dimension beech) due to its size specification, and can be confused with 440793 (sawn beech) if the wood has been further processed into planks.

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.

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, Germany, and Italy are major importers, while Romania, France, and Croatia are key exporters of large-dimension rough beech.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440393?

HS code 440393 covers: Wood; of beech (Fagus 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. This HS code specifically covers large-dimension beech wood in its rough, unprocessed state, typically logs or roughly squared timber with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm. Beech (Fagus spp.) is a dense, hard, and versatile timber, highly valued in Europe and Asia for its excellent bending properties, fine grain, and light color, making it ideal for furniture, flooring, specialized joinery, and tool handles. The trade involves moving these substantial logs from temperate forests, primarily in Central and Eastern Europe, to processing facilities globally. Importers are often manufacturers requiring large, high-quality timber for specific industrial uses, while exporters are countries with significant beech forest resources, such as Romania, France, and Germany. Compliance with sustainable forestry and timber legality regulations, such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), is crucial due to the timber's origin in often sensitive European forests, ensuring responsible sourcing and traceability.

What products fall under HS code 440393?

Large beech logs, Untreated beech timber (15cm+), Rough-sawn beech for furniture, Beech for veneer production, Beech for heavy construction, Beech for railway sleepers, Beech for industrial applications

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440393?

This code is distinct from 440394 (smaller dimension beech) due to its size specification, and can be confused with 440793 (sawn beech) if the wood has been further processed into planks.

How is HS code 440393 structured?

HS code 440393 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 (93) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.