HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4407.22 – Wood, tropical; virola, imbuia and balsa, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm
HS code 4407.22 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, tropical, virola, imbuia and balsa, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. It is used for sawn balsa wood, virola plywood core, imbuia lumber, balsa sheets (thick) and virola planks.
What HS 4407.22 covers
This HS code covers sawn or chipped tropical wood from specific species: virola, imbuia, and balsa, processed lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, and thicker than 6mm. These woods offer distinct properties for various applications. Virola is often used for plywood, general construction, and interior joinery. Imbuia, a Brazilian hardwood, is valued for furniture, cabinetry, and decorative work due to its attractive grain and durability. Balsa, famously known for its extreme lightness, is crucial for model making, insulation, buoyancy aids, and composite core materials. Major importers include manufacturing hubs in Asia, Europe, and North America, seeking these specialized tropical timbers. Exporters are predominantly South American countries, particularly Brazil and Ecuador, where these species are native. Trade in these woods is subject to increasing scrutiny regarding sustainable sourcing and legality, with regulations playing a significant role in market access.
- Covers
- Sawn balsa wood
- Virola plywood core
- Imbuia lumber
- Balsa sheets (thick)
- Virola planks
- Imbuia veneers (thick)
- Examples
- Balsa USA model aircraft wood
- CoreLite balsa core materials
- Brazilian Imbuia furniture
- Virola plywood
Codes often confused with 4407.22
Common mistake. This code is very specific to virola, imbuia, and balsa; other tropical woods, even if similar in application, would fall under different codes like 440729.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440722, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440722 in UN Comtrade data was Ecuador, with 61% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 42% 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 Ecuador $183M 61% of world exports
- 2 Papua New Guinea* ~$79M 26% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Poland $27M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $302M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $89M 42% of world imports
- 2 India $39M 19% of world imports
- 3 Denmark $27M 13% of world imports
World total: $210M 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 4407.22
Brazil does not split HS 4407.22: its NCM code is 4407.22.00.
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 4407.22
What is HS code 440722?
HS code 440722 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood, tropical; virola, imbuia and balsa, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. This HS code covers sawn or chipped tropical wood from specific species: virola, imbuia, and balsa, processed lengthwise, sliced, or peeled, and thicker than 6mm. These woods offer distinct properties for various applications. Virola is often used for plywood, general construction, and interior joinery. Imbuia, a Brazilian hardwood, is valued for furniture, cabinetry, and decorative work due to its attractive grain and durability. Balsa, famously known for its extreme lightness, is crucial for model making, insulation, buoyancy aids, and composite core materials. Major importers include manufacturing hubs in Asia, Europe, and North America, seeking these specialized tropical timbers. Exporters are predominantly South American countries, particularly Brazil and Ecuador, where these species are native. Trade in these woods is subject to increasing scrutiny regarding sustainable sourcing and legality, with regulations playing a significant role in market access.
What products fall under HS code 440722?
Sawn balsa wood, virola plywood core, imbuia lumber, balsa sheets (thick), virola planks, imbuia veneers (thick)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 440722?
This code is very specific to virola, imbuia, and balsa; other tropical woods, even if similar in application, would fall under different codes like 440729.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440722?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440722 in UN Comtrade data were Ecuador ($183M, 61% of world exports), Papua New Guinea (about $79M) and Poland ($27M). World exports came to about $302M, 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 440722?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440722 in UN Comtrade data were China ($89M, 42% of world imports), India ($39M) and Denmark ($27M). World imports came to about $210M, 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 440722 structured?
HS code 440722 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 (22) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440722?
In Brazil, HS code 440722 is NCM 4407.22.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.