HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4407.94 – Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm
HS code 4407.94 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. It is used for sawn American Cherry lumber, cherry veneer sheets, cherry flooring, cherry furniture panels and cherry cabinet doors.
What HS 4407.94 covers
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.
- Covers
- Sawn American Cherry lumber
- Cherry veneer sheets
- Cherry flooring
- Cherry furniture panels
- Cherry cabinet doors
- Planed cherry boards
- Examples
- Stickley cherry furniture
- Ethan Allen cherry collections
- Cherry kitchen cabinets
- Cherry architectural trim
- Cherry musical instrument components
Codes often confused with 4407.94
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440794, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440794 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 88% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 88% of world imports. Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $86M 88% of world exports
- 2 Canada $5.3M 5.4% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$4.9M 5.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $98M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $91M 88% of world imports
- 2 Canada $3.5M 3.4% of world imports
- 3 Japan $1.7M 1.6% of world imports
Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $104M 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 4407.94
Brazil does not split HS 4407.94: its NCM code is 4407.94.00.
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 4407.94
What is HS code 440794?
HS code 440794 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440794?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440794 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 88% of world exports), Canada ($5.3M) and Vietnam (about $4.9M). World exports came to about $98M, 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 440794?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440794 in UN Comtrade data were China ($91M, 88% of world imports), Canada ($3.5M) and Japan ($1.7M). World imports came to about $104M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440794?
In Brazil, HS code 440794 is NCM 4407.94.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.