HS Code Subheading

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

4407.95 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 440795

This HS code covers sawn or processed ash wood (Fraxinus spp.) thicker than 6mm, a strong and elastic temperate hardwood. Ash is highly valued for its excellent shock resistance, flexibility, and straight grain, making it an ideal material for tool handles, sports equipment (e.g., baseball bats), and furniture where durability is paramount. Its light color and prominent grain pattern also make it popular for flooring and cabinetry. Both European and American ash varieties are traded internationally. Major importers include countries with manufacturing industries for sports goods, tools, and furniture, such as China, Vietnam, and various EU nations. Exporters are primarily temperate forest countries like the USA, Canada, and several European countries. The trade faces challenges from diseases like the emerald ash borer, making sustainable sourcing and EUDR/EUTR compliance critical for market access.

Products Under This Code

Sawn White Ash lumber, European Ash boards, Ash flooring, Ash veneer, Ash tool handles, Ash baseball bat blanks, Planed ash timber

Real World Examples

Louisville Slugger baseball bats (ash), Ash furniture (e.g., IKEA), Ash flooring, Ash tool handles (e.g., axes, shovels), Ash guitar bodies

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with oak (440791) due to similar grain patterns, or sometimes with hickory (under 440799) due to similar strength and elasticity.

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 4407.95

Ash lumberSawn ash 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, Vietnam, and Germany are top importers, while the USA, Canada, and Poland are leading exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440795?

HS code 440795 covers: Wood; ash (Fraxinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. This HS code covers sawn or processed ash wood (Fraxinus spp.) thicker than 6mm, a strong and elastic temperate hardwood. Ash is highly valued for its excellent shock resistance, flexibility, and straight grain, making it an ideal material for tool handles, sports equipment (e.g., baseball bats), and furniture where durability is paramount. Its light color and prominent grain pattern also make it popular for flooring and cabinetry. Both European and American ash varieties are traded internationally. Major importers include countries with manufacturing industries for sports goods, tools, and furniture, such as China, Vietnam, and various EU nations. Exporters are primarily temperate forest countries like the USA, Canada, and several European countries. The trade faces challenges from diseases like the emerald ash borer, making sustainable sourcing and EUDR/EUTR compliance critical for market access.

What products fall under HS code 440795?

Sawn White Ash lumber, European Ash boards, Ash flooring, Ash veneer, Ash tool handles, Ash baseball bat blanks, Planed ash timber

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440795?

Can be confused with oak (440791) due to similar grain patterns, or sometimes with hickory (under 440799) due to similar strength and elasticity.

How is HS code 440795 structured?

HS code 440795 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 (95) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.