HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4407.21 – Wood, tropical; as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, mahogany (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm
HS code 4407.21 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, tropical, as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, mahogany (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. It is used for sawn mahogany lumber, mahogany planks, sliced mahogany veneers (thick), mahogany boat building timber and mahogany furniture components.
What HS 4407.21 covers
This HS code specifically covers tropical mahogany wood (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, and thicker than 6mm, whether or not further processed. Mahogany is a highly prized tropical hardwood, renowned for its exceptional durability, rich reddish-brown color, fine grain, and excellent workability. It is extensively used in high-end furniture, cabinetry, boat building, musical instruments, and decorative veneers. Due to its historical exploitation, trade in genuine mahogany is now heavily regulated, often falling under CITES appendices. Major importers are typically affluent markets in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, where demand for luxury wood products is strong. Exporters are primarily countries in Central and South America where Swietenia species originate, though sustainable harvesting and legal sourcing are critical and often challenging aspects of this trade.
- Covers
- Sawn mahogany lumber
- Mahogany planks
- Sliced mahogany veneers (thick)
- Mahogany boat building timber
- Mahogany furniture components
- Planed mahogany boards
- Examples
- Genuine Honduran Mahogany
- Cuban Mahogany (historical/rare)
- Brazilian Mahogany (historical/rare)
- CITES-certified Swietenia mahogany
Codes often confused with 4407.21
Common mistake. This code is specifically for *Swietenia* mahogany; other woods often marketed as "mahogany" (e.g., African mahogany, Philippine mahogany) fall under different tropical wood codes like 440729.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440721, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440721 in UN Comtrade data was the DR Congo, with about 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Kenya, with 33% 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 DR Congo* ~$17M 31% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 Ghana $15M 28% of world exports
- 3 Fiji $9.8M 18% of world exports
World total: $55M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Kenya $16M 33% of world imports
- 2 United States $16M 33% of world imports
- 3 Dominican Republic $3.2M 6.7% of world imports
World total: $48M 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 4407.21
Brazil does not split HS 4407.21: its NCM code is 4407.21.00.
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 4407.21
What is HS code 440721?
HS code 440721 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood, tropical; as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, mahogany (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. This HS code specifically covers tropical mahogany wood (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, and thicker than 6mm, whether or not further processed. Mahogany is a highly prized tropical hardwood, renowned for its exceptional durability, rich reddish-brown color, fine grain, and excellent workability. It is extensively used in high-end furniture, cabinetry, boat building, musical instruments, and decorative veneers. Due to its historical exploitation, trade in genuine mahogany is now heavily regulated, often falling under CITES appendices. Major importers are typically affluent markets in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, where demand for luxury wood products is strong. Exporters are primarily countries in Central and South America where Swietenia species originate, though sustainable harvesting and legal sourcing are critical and often challenging aspects of this trade.
What products fall under HS code 440721?
Sawn mahogany lumber, mahogany planks, sliced mahogany veneers (thick), mahogany boat building timber, mahogany furniture components, planed mahogany boards
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440721?
This code is specifically for *Swietenia* mahogany; other woods often marketed as "mahogany" (e.g., African mahogany, Philippine mahogany) fall under different tropical wood codes like 440729.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440721?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440721 in UN Comtrade data were the DR Congo (about $17M, 31% of world exports), Ghana ($15M) and Fiji ($9.8M). World exports came to about $55M, 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 440721?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440721 in UN Comtrade data were Kenya ($16M, 33% of world imports), the United States ($16M) and the Dominican Republic ($3.2M). World imports came to about $48M, 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 440721 structured?
HS code 440721 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440721?
In Brazil, HS code 440721 is NCM 4407.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.