HS Code Subheading

Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm

4407.94 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 440794

HS code 440794 covers sawn or processed cherry wood (Prunus spp.) exceeding 6mm in thickness, a highly prized temperate hardwood, particularly American Black Cherry. It is celebrated for its rich reddish-brown color that deepens beautifully with age, its fine, uniform grain, and excellent workability. Cherry is a premium choice for high-end furniture, bespoke cabinetry, decorative veneers, and interior millwork, often associated with luxury applications. Major importers are countries with a strong demand for fine furniture and interiors, including EU nations, China, and Japan, while the USA is the predominant exporter of American Black Cherry. The trade in cherry wood is generally well-regulated, but adherence to sustainability standards and compliance with regulations like EUDR and EUTR remain important for all international transactions.

Products Under This Code

Sawn American Cherry lumber, Cherry veneer sheets, Cherry flooring, Cherry furniture panels, Cherry cabinet doors, Planed cherry boards

Real World Examples

Stickley cherry furniture, Ethan Allen cherry collections, Cherry kitchen cabinets, Cherry architectural trim, Cherry musical instrument components

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with other reddish hardwoods like mahogany (under 440729) or even some stained woods, if not properly identified by grain and color characteristics.

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 4407.94

Cherry lumberSawn cherry wood

Related Codes

4407.11 Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm 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 4407.13 Wood; coniferous species, of S-P-F (spruce (Picea spp.), pine (Pinus spp.) and fir (Abies spp.)), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm 4407.14 Wood; coniferous species, of Hem-fir (western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) and fir (Abies spp.)) 4407.19 Wood; coniferous species, other than of pine (Pinus spp.) or fir (Abies spp.) or spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm 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 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 4407.23 Wood, tropical; teak, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed, square dressed, structural, thicker than 6mm 4407.25 Wood, tropical; dark red meranti, light red meranti and meranti bakau, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm 4407.26 Wood, tropical; white lauan, white meranti, white seraya, yellow meranti and alan, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

China, Canada, and Germany are significant importers, with the USA being the predominant exporter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440794?

HS code 440794 covers: Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. HS code 440794 covers sawn or processed cherry wood (Prunus spp.) exceeding 6mm in thickness, a highly prized temperate hardwood, particularly American Black Cherry. It is celebrated for its rich reddish-brown color that deepens beautifully with age, its fine, uniform grain, and excellent workability. Cherry is a premium choice for high-end furniture, bespoke cabinetry, decorative veneers, and interior millwork, often associated with luxury applications. Major importers are countries with a strong demand for fine furniture and interiors, including EU nations, China, and Japan, while the USA is the predominant exporter of American Black Cherry. The trade in cherry wood is generally well-regulated, but adherence to sustainability standards and compliance with regulations like EUDR and EUTR remain important for all international transactions.

What products fall under HS code 440794?

Sawn American Cherry lumber, Cherry veneer sheets, Cherry flooring, Cherry furniture panels, Cherry cabinet doors, Planed cherry boards

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440794?

Can be confused with other reddish hardwoods like mahogany (under 440729) or even some stained woods, if not properly identified by grain and color characteristics.

How is HS code 440794 structured?

HS code 440794 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 (94) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.