HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 4408.39 – Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm

Q: What is HS code 440839?

HS code 440839 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm. This "not elsewhere specified" code covers thin sheets (under 6mm) of tropical woods, excluding the specific meranti varieties listed in 440831. It encompasses a broad range of other tropical hardwoods used for veneers, plywood, and other laminated wood products. These woods are sought after for their diverse aesthetic qualities, durability, and unique properties, making them valuable in high-end furniture, decorative paneling, and specialized construction. Importers are typically manufacturers in developed economies and rapidly industrializing nations, seeking exotic and durable materials for their products. Exporters are primarily countries in tropical regions of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia, supplying species like mahogany, teak, sapelli, and wenge. Compliance with international timber regulations such as EUDR and EUTR is critical, demanding rigorous verification of legal and sustainable sourcing to combat illegal logging and deforestation. The market is influenced by global construction, luxury goods, and interior design trends.

Q: What products fall under HS code 440839?

Mahogany veneer sheets, Teak plywood layers, Sapelli decorative veneers, Wenge sliced wood, Iroko face veneers, Okoume plywood stock, Rosewood thin sheets

Q: Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440839?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440839 in UN Comtrade data were Gabon (about $169M, 25% of world exports), Indonesia ($90M) and Italy ($72M). World exports came to about $664M, 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.

Q: Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 440839?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440839 in UN Comtrade data were India ($168M, 19% of world imports), Nigeria ($166M) and China ($112M). World imports came to about $880M, 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.

Q: How is HS code 440839 structured?

HS code 440839 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

Q: What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440839?

Brazil splits HS code 440839 into 4 NCM codes: 4408.39.10 (Other tropical veneer sliced from laminated wood), 4408.39.91 (Tropical cedar veneer sheets), 4408.39.92 (Ivorywood (pau marfim) veneer sheets), 4408.39.99 (Other tropical veneer sheets, not over 6 mm). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.

HS code 4408.39 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, of tropical wood, as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm. It is used for mahogany veneer sheets, teak plywood layers, sapelli decorative veneers, wenge sliced wood and iroko face veneers.

What HS 4408.39 covers

This "not elsewhere specified" code covers thin sheets (under 6mm) of tropical woods, excluding the specific meranti varieties listed in 440831. It encompasses a broad range of other tropical hardwoods used for veneers, plywood, and other laminated wood products. These woods are sought after for their diverse aesthetic qualities, durability, and unique properties, making them valuable in high-end furniture, decorative paneling, and specialized construction. Importers are typically manufacturers in developed economies and rapidly industrializing nations, seeking exotic and durable materials for their products. Exporters are primarily countries in tropical regions of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia, supplying species like mahogany, teak, sapelli, and wenge. Compliance with international timber regulations such as EUDR and EUTR is critical, demanding rigorous verification of legal and sustainable sourcing to combat illegal logging and deforestation. The market is influenced by global construction, luxury goods, and interior design trends.

Covers: Mahogany veneer sheets
Teak plywood layers
Sapelli decorative veneers
Wenge sliced wood
Iroko face veneers
Okoume plywood stock
Rosewood thin sheets
Examples: Interholco Tropical Veneer
Precious Woods Teak
DLH Group Mahogany
Rougier Africa International Sapelli

Codes often confused with 4408.39

Common mistake. This code is frequently confused with 440831 if the specific meranti species are present, or with 440890 (other non-coniferous veneer sheets <6mm) if the tropical origin is not clearly established.

4408.31Wood, tropical; as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, dark red meranti, light red meranti, meranti bakau, sheets for veneer, plywood or other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm 4408.90Wood; n.e.c. in heading no. 4408, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not exceeding 6mm in thickness

Top exporters and importers of HS code 440839, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 440839 in UN Comtrade data was Gabon, with about 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was India, with 19% 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 Gabon* ~$169M 25% of world exports · partner records ↗
2 Indonesia $90M 14% of world exports
3 Italy $72M 11% of world exports

World total: $664M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

1 India $168M 19% of world imports
2 Nigeria $166M 19% of world imports
3 China $112M 13% of world imports

World total: $880M 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 codes for 4408.39 4

Brazil splits HS 4408.39 into 4 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.08 →

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.

Access via API

GET /api/hs-code/440839/

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Questions about HS 4408.39

What is HS code 440839?

HS code 440839 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm. This "not elsewhere specified" code covers thin sheets (under 6mm) of tropical woods, excluding the specific meranti varieties listed in 440831. It encompasses a broad range of other tropical hardwoods used for veneers, plywood, and other laminated wood products. These woods are sought after for their diverse aesthetic qualities, durability, and unique properties, making them valuable in high-end furniture, decorative paneling, and specialized construction. Importers are typically manufacturers in developed economies and rapidly industrializing nations, seeking exotic and durable materials for their products. Exporters are primarily countries in tropical regions of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia, supplying species like mahogany, teak, sapelli, and wenge. Compliance with international timber regulations such as EUDR and EUTR is critical, demanding rigorous verification of legal and sustainable sourcing to combat illegal logging and deforestation. The market is influenced by global construction, luxury goods, and interior design trends.

What products fall under HS code 440839?

Mahogany veneer sheets, Teak plywood layers, Sapelli decorative veneers, Wenge sliced wood, Iroko face veneers, Okoume plywood stock, Rosewood thin sheets

What are common misclassifications for HS code 440839?

This code is frequently confused with 440831 if the specific meranti species are present, or with 440890 (other non-coniferous veneer sheets <6mm) if the tropical origin is not clearly established.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 440839?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 440839 in UN Comtrade data were Gabon (about $169M, 25% of world exports), Indonesia ($90M) and Italy ($72M). World exports came to about $664M, 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 440839?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 440839 in UN Comtrade data were India ($168M, 19% of world imports), Nigeria ($166M) and China ($112M). World imports came to about $880M, 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 440839 structured?

HS code 440839 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 440839?

Brazil splits HS code 440839 into 4 NCM codes: 4408.39.10 (Other tropical veneer sliced from laminated wood), 4408.39.91 (Tropical cedar veneer sheets), 4408.39.92 (Ivorywood (pau marfim) veneer sheets), 4408.39.99 (Other tropical veneer sheets, not over 6 mm). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.