HS Code Subheading

Wood; in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403

4403.99 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 440399

This is a residual HS code for rough, untreated wood that is not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 4403, meaning it covers non-coniferous species other than birch, poplar, aspen, or eucalyptus. This category encompasses a vast array of hardwoods and other non-coniferous woods, often traded in smaller volumes or from diverse origins. It includes species like oak, maple, ash, cherry, and various tropical hardwoods that are not explicitly listed in other 4403 subheadings. Importers and exporters are highly varied, reflecting the global diversity of forest resources and specialized demands for particular wood properties. Trade in these 'n.e.c.' woods is often driven by niche markets for furniture, flooring, specialty construction, or decorative applications, with increasing scrutiny on legality and sustainability under regulations like EUDR and EUTR.

Products Under This Code

Oak logs, maple logs, ash logs, cherry logs, walnut logs, tropical hardwood logs (unspecified), beech logs

Real World Examples

Various local sawmills, specialized timber merchants, furniture manufacturers sourcing diverse woods

Common Misclassification

This code is a common misclassification point for any rough wood that *should* be classified under a specific species code (e.g., 440391-440398) if the species is known. It's strictly for 'not elsewhere specified' rough wood.

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.

Products Classified Under 4403.99

Hardwood logsUntreated logs

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

Trade is highly fragmented, with many countries importing and exporting various niche non-coniferous rough woods, often regionally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440399?

HS code 440399 covers: Wood; in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 4403. This is a residual HS code for rough, untreated wood that is not specifically classified elsewhere within heading 4403, meaning it covers non-coniferous species other than birch, poplar, aspen, or eucalyptus. This category encompasses a vast array of hardwoods and other non-coniferous woods, often traded in smaller volumes or from diverse origins. It includes species like oak, maple, ash, cherry, and various tropical hardwoods that are not explicitly listed in other 4403 subheadings. Importers and exporters are highly varied, reflecting the global diversity of forest resources and specialized demands for particular wood properties. Trade in these 'n.e.c.' woods is often driven by niche markets for furniture, flooring, specialty construction, or decorative applications, with increasing scrutiny on legality and sustainability under regulations like EUDR and EUTR.

What products fall under HS code 440399?

Oak logs, maple logs, ash logs, cherry logs, walnut logs, tropical hardwood logs (unspecified), beech logs

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440399?

This code is a common misclassification point for any rough wood that *should* be classified under a specific species code (e.g., 440391-440398) if the species is known. It's strictly for 'not elsewhere specified' rough wood.

How is HS code 440399 structured?

HS code 440399 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 (99) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.