HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4403.98 – Wood; of eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated
HS code 4403.98 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, of eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. It is used for eucalyptus pulpwood, eucalyptus biomass logs, eucalyptus timber logs, eucalyptus poles and eucalyptus wood chips (rough).
What HS 4403.98 covers
This HS code covers rough, untreated eucalyptus wood (Eucalyptus spp.), which may be stripped of bark or roughly squared. Eucalyptus is a globally significant plantation species, prized for its rapid growth and suitability for pulp and paper production, biomass, and increasingly, solid timber applications. Major exporters are typically countries in the Southern Hemisphere with extensive eucalyptus plantations, such as Brazil, Australia, and South Africa. Key importers include pulp mills in Asia (e.g., China, Japan) and Europe, as well as energy sectors utilizing biomass. The trade in eucalyptus is characterized by large-scale industrial operations and a strong focus on sustainable plantation management, often under scrutiny from environmental regulations like EUDR and EUTR due to its widespread cultivation and impact.
- Covers
- Eucalyptus pulpwood
- Eucalyptus biomass logs
- Eucalyptus timber logs
- Eucalyptus poles
- Eucalyptus wood chips (rough)
- Examples
- Suzano (eucalyptus pulp)
- Fibria (now Suzano, eucalyptus pulp)
- various Australian/Brazilian timber companies
Codes often confused with 4403.98
Common mistake. This code is sometimes confused with other non-coniferous rough wood (440399) or even specific tropical hardwoods. The defining characteristic is the 'Eucalyptus spp.' identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440398, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440398 in UN Comtrade data was Uruguay, with 79% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Portugal, with 48% 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 Uruguay $951M 79% of world exports
- 2 Spain $121M 10% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $60M 5.0% of world exports
World total: $1.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Portugal $182M 48% of world imports
- 2 China $73M 19% of world imports
- 3 India $51M 13% of world imports
World total: $380M 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 4403.98
Brazil does not split HS 4403.98: its NCM code is 4403.98.00.
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 4403.98
What is HS code 440398?
HS code 440398 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; of eucalyptus (Eucalyptus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. This HS code covers rough, untreated eucalyptus wood (Eucalyptus spp.), which may be stripped of bark or roughly squared. Eucalyptus is a globally significant plantation species, prized for its rapid growth and suitability for pulp and paper production, biomass, and increasingly, solid timber applications. Major exporters are typically countries in the Southern Hemisphere with extensive eucalyptus plantations, such as Brazil, Australia, and South Africa. Key importers include pulp mills in Asia (e.g., China, Japan) and Europe, as well as energy sectors utilizing biomass. The trade in eucalyptus is characterized by large-scale industrial operations and a strong focus on sustainable plantation management, often under scrutiny from environmental regulations like EUDR and EUTR due to its widespread cultivation and impact.
What products fall under HS code 440398?
Eucalyptus pulpwood, eucalyptus biomass logs, eucalyptus timber logs, eucalyptus poles, eucalyptus wood chips (rough)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440398?
This code is sometimes confused with other non-coniferous rough wood (440399) or even specific tropical hardwoods. The defining characteristic is the 'Eucalyptus spp.' identification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440398?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440398 in UN Comtrade data were Uruguay ($951M, 79% of world exports), Spain ($121M) and Brazil ($60M). World exports came to about $1.2B, 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 440398?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440398 in UN Comtrade data were Portugal ($182M, 48% of world imports), China ($73M) and India ($51M). World imports came to about $380M, 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 440398 structured?
HS code 440398 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 (98) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440398?
In Brazil, HS code 440398 is NCM 4403.98.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.