HS Code Subheading

Wood; of birch (Betula spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed

4407.96 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 440796

HS code 440796 covers sawn or processed birch wood (Betula spp.) exceeding 6mm in thickness, a fine-grained temperate hardwood known for its light color, smooth texture, and good workability. Birch is widely used in furniture manufacturing, cabinetry, plywood production, and interior finishing due to its aesthetic appeal and versatility. Its favorable strength-to-weight ratio also makes it suitable for various specialty items and turned goods. Both European and North American birch species are traded internationally. Major importers include countries with strong furniture and plywood industries, such as China, EU nations, and the USA. Exporters are primarily northern temperate forest nations like Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Adherence to sustainable forestry practices and regulations like EUDR and EUTR is crucial for maintaining market access and ensuring responsible trade.

Products Under This Code

Sawn Yellow Birch lumber, White Birch boards, Birch plywood core, Birch veneer, Birch furniture components, Birch dowels, Planed birch timber

Real World Examples

IKEA birch furniture, Artek birch stools, Birch plywood for cabinetry, Birch flooring, Birch turned bowls

Common Misclassification

Often confused with maple (440793) or beech (440792) due to similar light color and fine grain, requiring careful species identification.

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 4407.96

Birch lumberSawn birch 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, Germany, and the USA are major importers, with Russia, Finland, and Canada being key exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 440796?

HS code 440796 covers: Wood; of birch (Betula spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed. HS code 440796 covers sawn or processed birch wood (Betula spp.) exceeding 6mm in thickness, a fine-grained temperate hardwood known for its light color, smooth texture, and good workability. Birch is widely used in furniture manufacturing, cabinetry, plywood production, and interior finishing due to its aesthetic appeal and versatility. Its favorable strength-to-weight ratio also makes it suitable for various specialty items and turned goods. Both European and North American birch species are traded internationally. Major importers include countries with strong furniture and plywood industries, such as China, EU nations, and the USA. Exporters are primarily northern temperate forest nations like Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Canada. Adherence to sustainable forestry practices and regulations like EUDR and EUTR is crucial for maintaining market access and ensuring responsible trade.

What products fall under HS code 440796?

Sawn Yellow Birch lumber, White Birch boards, Birch plywood core, Birch veneer, Birch furniture components, Birch dowels, Planed birch timber

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440796?

Often confused with maple (440793) or beech (440792) due to similar light color and fine grain, requiring careful species identification.

How is HS code 440796 structured?

HS code 440796 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 (96) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.