HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4407.96 – 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 4407.96 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for sawn Yellow Birch lumber, white Birch boards, birch plywood core, birch veneer and birch furniture components.
What HS 4407.96 covers
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.
- Covers
- Sawn Yellow Birch lumber
- White Birch boards
- Birch plywood core
- Birch veneer
- Birch furniture components
- Birch dowels
- Planed birch timber
- Examples
- IKEA birch furniture
- Artek birch stools
- Birch plywood for cabinetry
- Birch flooring
- Birch turned bowls
Codes often confused with 4407.96
Common mistake. Often confused with maple (440793) or beech (440792) due to similar light color and fine grain, requiring careful species identification.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 440796, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440796 in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% 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 Russia* ~$126M 55% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $34M 15% of world exports
- 3 Canada $18M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $229M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $123M 50% of world imports
- 2 United States $30M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$22M 8.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $249M 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 4407.96
Brazil does not split HS 4407.96: its NCM code is 4407.96.00.
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 4407.96
What is HS code 440796?
HS code 440796 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440796?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440796 in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $126M, 55% of world exports), China ($34M) and Canada ($18M). World exports came to about $229M, 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 440796?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440796 in UN Comtrade data were China ($123M, 50% of world imports), the United States ($30M) and Vietnam (about $22M). World imports came to about $249M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440796?
In Brazil, HS code 440796 is NCM 4407.96.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.