HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4403.94 – Wood; of beech (Fagus 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 4403.94 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 any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. It is used for small beech logs, untreated beech billets (<15cm), beech for tool handles, beech for turnery and beech for firewood.

What HS 4403.94 covers

This category specifically targets smaller-dimension beech wood in its rough, unprocessed form, where any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. This timber, often from younger trees or smaller branches, is still highly valued for its density, workability, and light color, finding applications in smaller furniture components, turnery, tool handles, and as high-quality firewood or pulpwood. The international trade involves supplying these smaller logs or billets to specialized manufacturers and processors. Importers typically include industries focused on smaller wood products, pulp and paper mills, or those utilizing beech for biomass energy, while exporters are countries with abundant beech forests, primarily in Europe. Adherence to sustainable sourcing and timber legality, particularly under regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), remains a critical aspect of this trade, ensuring responsible forest management and preventing illegal timber from entering the market.

Covers
  • Small beech logs
  • Untreated beech billets (<15cm)
  • Beech for tool handles
  • Beech for turnery
  • Beech for firewood
  • Beech for pulpwood
  • Beech for small furniture parts
Examples
  • Polish Beech pulpwood
  • Austrian Beech logs
  • Czech Beech for crafts
  • Hungarian Beech
  • Serbian Beech

Codes often confused with 4403.94

Common mistake. This code is differentiated from 440393 (larger dimension beech) by its size specification, and can be confused with 440794 (sawn beech of smaller dimensions) if the wood has been cut into planks.

4403.93Wood; 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 more4407.94Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm

Top exporters and importers of HS code 440394, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440394 in UN Comtrade data was Slovakia, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 18% 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. 1 Slovakia $18M
  2. 2 France $10M
  3. 3 Czechia $9.7M

World total: $73M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Portugal $4.3M
  2. 2 Austria $2.8M
  3. 3 Algeria* ~$2.5M

World total: $25M 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 4403.94

Brazil does not split HS 4403.94: its NCM code is 4403.94.00.

  1. 4403.94.00 Beech logs, smallest section under 15 cmDe faia (Fagus spp.), outras

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 4403.94

What is HS code 440394?

HS code 440394 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 any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. This category specifically targets smaller-dimension beech wood in its rough, unprocessed form, where any cross-sectional dimension is less than 15 cm. This timber, often from younger trees or smaller branches, is still highly valued for its density, workability, and light color, finding applications in smaller furniture components, turnery, tool handles, and as high-quality firewood or pulpwood. The international trade involves supplying these smaller logs or billets to specialized manufacturers and processors. Importers typically include industries focused on smaller wood products, pulp and paper mills, or those utilizing beech for biomass energy, while exporters are countries with abundant beech forests, primarily in Europe. Adherence to sustainable sourcing and timber legality, particularly under regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), remains a critical aspect of this trade, ensuring responsible forest management and preventing illegal timber from entering the market.

What products fall under HS code 440394?

Small beech logs, Untreated beech billets (<15cm), Beech for tool handles, Beech for turnery, Beech for firewood, Beech for pulpwood, Beech for small furniture parts

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440394?

This code is differentiated from 440393 (larger dimension beech) by its size specification, and can be confused with 440794 (sawn beech of smaller dimensions) if the wood has been cut into planks.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440394?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440394 in UN Comtrade data were Slovakia ($18M, 25% of world exports), France ($10M) and Czechia ($9.7M). World exports came to about $73M, 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 440394?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440394 in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($4.3M, 18% of world imports), Austria ($2.8M) and Algeria (about $2.5M). World imports came to about $25M, 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 440394 structured?

HS code 440394 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 (94) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440394?

In Brazil, HS code 440394 is NCM 4403.94.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.