HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4407.12 – Wood; coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm
HS code 4407.12 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm. It is used for sawn spruce lumber, fir framing timber, planed spruce boards, finger-jointed fir studs and spruce planks.
What HS 4407.12 covers
This category encompasses sawn or chipped timber derived from fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.) species, processed lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, with a thickness exceeding 6mm. Fir and spruce are highly sought after in international trade for their excellent strength-to-weight ratio, light color, and ease of processing, making them ideal for structural applications, framing, and pulp production. These woods are fundamental to the construction industry, particularly in residential and commercial building. Key importers include developed economies with active construction markets, such as the United States, China, and countries across Europe. Major exporters are typically nations with extensive coniferous forests, including Canada, Russia, and Nordic countries like Sweden and Finland. Important considerations for traders include adherence to sustainable forestry certifications, managing logistical challenges for bulk timber shipments, and responding to fluctuating demand driven by global construction cycles.
- Covers
- Sawn spruce lumber
- Fir framing timber
- Planed spruce boards
- Finger-jointed fir studs
- Spruce planks
- Peeled spruce logs (thick)
- Examples
- European Spruce structural timber
- Douglas Fir lumber
- White Fir framing
- SPF (Spruce-Pine-Fir) lumber (where spruce/fir is dominant)
Codes often confused with 4407.12
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 440711 (pine) or 440713 (S-P-F mix) due to similar appearances and uses, requiring careful species identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440712, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440712 in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 12% 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 Sweden $2.5B 21% of world exports
- 2 Austria $1.8B 15% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.6B 14% of world exports
World total: $11.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $1.3B 12% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $1.3B 11% of world imports
- 3 China $1.2B 11% of world imports
World total: $11.1B 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 4407.12
Brazil does not split HS 4407.12: its NCM code is 4407.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.07 →
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 4407.12
What is HS code 440712?
HS code 440712 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm. This category encompasses sawn or chipped timber derived from fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.) species, processed lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, with a thickness exceeding 6mm. Fir and spruce are highly sought after in international trade for their excellent strength-to-weight ratio, light color, and ease of processing, making them ideal for structural applications, framing, and pulp production. These woods are fundamental to the construction industry, particularly in residential and commercial building. Key importers include developed economies with active construction markets, such as the United States, China, and countries across Europe. Major exporters are typically nations with extensive coniferous forests, including Canada, Russia, and Nordic countries like Sweden and Finland. Important considerations for traders include adherence to sustainable forestry certifications, managing logistical challenges for bulk timber shipments, and responding to fluctuating demand driven by global construction cycles.
What products fall under HS code 440712?
Sawn spruce lumber, fir framing timber, planed spruce boards, finger-jointed fir studs, spruce planks, peeled spruce logs (thick)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440712?
This code is often confused with 440711 (pine) or 440713 (S-P-F mix) due to similar appearances and uses, requiring careful species identification.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440712?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440712 in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($2.5B, 21% of world exports), Austria ($1.8B) and Germany ($1.6B). World exports came to about $11.7B, 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 440712?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440712 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($1.3B, 12% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($1.3B) and China ($1.2B). World imports came to about $11.1B, 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 440712 structured?
HS code 440712 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440712?
In Brazil, HS code 440712 is NCM 4407.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.