HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4403.93 – 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
HS code 4403.93 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for large beech logs, untreated beech timber (15cm+), rough-sawn beech for furniture, beech for veneer production and beech for heavy construction.
What HS 4403.93 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- German Beech logs
- Romanian Beech timber
- French Beech for furniture
- Croatian Beech
- Slovenian Beech
Codes often confused with 4403.93
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440393, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440393 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 42% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 34% 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 Germany $92M 42% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $26M 12% of world exports
- 3 Slovakia $18M 8.1% of world exports
World total: $216M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $128M 34% of world imports
- 2 Austria $67M 18% of world imports
- 3 Italy $37M 9.8% of world imports
World total: $373M 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 4403.93
Brazil does not split HS 4403.93: its NCM code is 4403.93.00.
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 4403.93
What is HS code 440393?
HS code 440393 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440393?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440393 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($92M, 42% of world exports), Belgium ($26M) and Slovakia ($18M). World exports came to about $216M, 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 440393?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440393 in UN Comtrade data were China ($128M, 34% of world imports), Austria ($67M) and Italy ($37M). World imports came to about $373M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440393?
In Brazil, HS code 440393 is NCM 4403.93.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.