HS Code Subheading

Wood; of birch (Betula 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

4403.95 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 440395

This HS code covers large-dimension birch wood in its rough, unprocessed state, typically logs or roughly squared timber with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm. Birch (Betula spp.) is a versatile hardwood known for its fine grain, light color, and good workability, making it highly popular for plywood manufacturing, furniture, flooring, and pulp production. The international trade involves moving these substantial logs from northern temperate forests to processing facilities worldwide. Importers are often plywood manufacturers, furniture makers, or pulp and paper industries seeking high-quality raw material for their production lines. Exporters are predominantly countries with vast birch forests, such as Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Ensuring sustainable harvesting and compliance with timber legality regulations, like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) for European markets, is a key aspect of this trade, emphasizing responsible forest management and traceability in the supply chain.

Products Under This Code

Large birch logs, Untreated birch timber (15cm+), Rough-sawn birch for plywood, Birch for furniture frames, Birch for flooring core, Birch for veneer, Birch for pulp

Real World Examples

Russian Birch logs, Finnish Birch for plywood, Swedish Birch timber, Canadian Birch, Baltic Birch

Common Misclassification

This code is distinct from 440396 (smaller dimension birch) due to its size specification, and can be confused with 440795 (sawn birch) 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, Finland, and Germany are major importers, while Russia, Sweden, and Canada are key exporters of large-dimension rough birch.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440395?

HS code 440395 covers: Wood; of birch (Betula 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 covers large-dimension birch wood in its rough, unprocessed state, typically logs or roughly squared timber with a minimum cross-sectional dimension of 15 cm. Birch (Betula spp.) is a versatile hardwood known for its fine grain, light color, and good workability, making it highly popular for plywood manufacturing, furniture, flooring, and pulp production. The international trade involves moving these substantial logs from northern temperate forests to processing facilities worldwide. Importers are often plywood manufacturers, furniture makers, or pulp and paper industries seeking high-quality raw material for their production lines. Exporters are predominantly countries with vast birch forests, such as Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Ensuring sustainable harvesting and compliance with timber legality regulations, like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) for European markets, is a key aspect of this trade, emphasizing responsible forest management and traceability in the supply chain.

What products fall under HS code 440395?

Large birch logs, Untreated birch timber (15cm+), Rough-sawn birch for plywood, Birch for furniture frames, Birch for flooring core, Birch for veneer, Birch for pulp

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440395?

This code is distinct from 440396 (smaller dimension birch) due to its size specification, and can be confused with 440795 (sawn birch) if the wood has been further processed into planks.

How is HS code 440395 structured?

HS code 440395 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 (95) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.