HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4406.11 – Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous
HS code 4406.11 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous. It is used for coniferous railway sleepers (untreated), pine cross-ties (not impregnated), spruce track ties (untreated), larch sleepers (not impregnated) and fir railway sleepers (untreated).
What HS 4406.11 covers
This HS code specifically covers railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) made from coniferous wood that have not been impregnated with preservatives. These untreated coniferous sleepers are typically used in applications where natural durability is sufficient, for temporary tracks, or in regions where environmental regulations restrict the use of treated wood. They are heavy, bulky items, and their trade is directly linked to railway construction, maintenance, and expansion projects globally. Major importers are countries with extensive railway networks undergoing upgrades or new construction, while exporters are often nations with abundant coniferous forest resources and sawmilling capabilities. The demand is cyclical, tied to infrastructure spending, and subject to sustainability requirements under EUDR and EUTR.
- Covers
- Coniferous railway sleepers (untreated)
- Pine cross-ties (not impregnated)
- Spruce track ties (untreated)
- Larch sleepers (not impregnated)
- Fir railway sleepers (untreated)
- Examples
- Various railway construction companies
- timber suppliers specializing in heavy construction wood
Codes often confused with 4406.11
Common mistake. The key distinction is 'not impregnated' (vs. 440691) and 'coniferous' (vs. 440612). Also, not to be confused with general sawn timber (4407) even if dimensions are similar, as the intended use is specific.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440611, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440611 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Nigeria, with 84% 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 Russia* ~$3.8M 40% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Poland $2.1M 22% of world exports
- 3 Mozambique $1.1M 11% of world exports
World total: $9.5M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Nigeria $101M 84% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $7.0M 5.8% of world imports
- 3 Kazakhstan $3.8M 3.1% of world imports
World total: $121M 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 4406.11
Brazil does not split HS 4406.11: its NCM code is 4406.11.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.06 →
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 4406.11
What is HS code 440611?
HS code 440611 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous. This HS code specifically covers railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) made from coniferous wood that have not been impregnated with preservatives. These untreated coniferous sleepers are typically used in applications where natural durability is sufficient, for temporary tracks, or in regions where environmental regulations restrict the use of treated wood. They are heavy, bulky items, and their trade is directly linked to railway construction, maintenance, and expansion projects globally. Major importers are countries with extensive railway networks undergoing upgrades or new construction, while exporters are often nations with abundant coniferous forest resources and sawmilling capabilities. The demand is cyclical, tied to infrastructure spending, and subject to sustainability requirements under EUDR and EUTR.
What products fall under HS code 440611?
Coniferous railway sleepers (untreated), pine cross-ties (not impregnated), spruce track ties (untreated), larch sleepers (not impregnated), fir railway sleepers (untreated)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440611?
The key distinction is 'not impregnated' (vs. 440691) and 'coniferous' (vs. 440612). Also, not to be confused with general sawn timber (4407) even if dimensions are similar, as the intended use is specific.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440611?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440611 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $3.8M, 40% of world exports), Poland ($2.1M) and Mozambique ($1.1M). World exports came to about $9.5M, 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 440611?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440611 in UN Comtrade data were Nigeria ($101M, 84% of world imports), the Netherlands ($7.0M) and Kazakhstan ($3.8M). World imports came to about $121M, 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 440611 structured?
HS code 440611 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440611?
In Brazil, HS code 440611 is NCM 4406.11.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.