HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4410.12 – Oriented strand board (OSB) of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances
HS code 4410.12 is the 6-digit subheading for oriented strand board (OSB) of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances. It is used for OSB/2 (interior, non-structural), OSB/3 (exterior, structural), OSB/4 (heavy-duty, structural), tongue-and-groove OSB subflooring and radiant barrier OSB.
What HS 4410.12 covers
Oriented strand board (OSB) is a globally significant structural wood panel, made by layering rectangular wood strands in specific orientations and bonding them with waterproof resins under heat and pressure. This process gives OSB high strength and rigidity, making it a primary choice for sheathing, subflooring, and roofing in residential and commercial construction. Major importers are construction-heavy nations, particularly those with active housing markets, while exporters are typically countries with abundant timber resources and large-scale panel manufacturing facilities. Key aspects of trade include its cost-effectiveness compared to plywood, its performance in various climates, and the increasing demand for environmentally certified products, aligning with regulations like EUDR and EUTR.
- Covers
- OSB/2 (interior, non-structural)
- OSB/3 (exterior, structural)
- OSB/4 (heavy-duty, structural)
- Tongue-and-groove OSB subflooring
- Radiant barrier OSB
- Fire-rated OSB
- Structural wall sheathing OSB
- Examples
- Georgia-Pacific BlueRibbon OSB
- LP TopNotch OSB
- Norbord OSB
- Weyerhaeuser OSB
Codes often confused with 4410.12
Common mistake. Often confused with plywood (4412.3x) due to similar structural applications, but OSB is made from wood strands, not veneers, resulting in different grain patterns and manufacturing processes.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 441012, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 441012 in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 48% 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 Canada $1.6B 46% of world exports
- 2 Romania $219M 6.1% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $189M 5.3% of world exports
World total: $3.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.7B 48% of world imports
- 2 Germany $236M 6.6% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $150M 4.2% of world imports
World total: $3.5B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 4410.12 2
Brazil splits HS 4410.12 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 4410.12.10 OSB, raw or simply polishedEm bruto ou simplesmente polidos
- 4410.12.90 Other oriented strand board (OSB)Outros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.10 →
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 4410.12
What is HS code 441012?
HS code 441012 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Oriented strand board (OSB) of wood, whether or not agglomerated with resins or other organic binding substances. Oriented strand board (OSB) is a globally significant structural wood panel, made by layering rectangular wood strands in specific orientations and bonding them with waterproof resins under heat and pressure. This process gives OSB high strength and rigidity, making it a primary choice for sheathing, subflooring, and roofing in residential and commercial construction. Major importers are construction-heavy nations, particularly those with active housing markets, while exporters are typically countries with abundant timber resources and large-scale panel manufacturing facilities. Key aspects of trade include its cost-effectiveness compared to plywood, its performance in various climates, and the increasing demand for environmentally certified products, aligning with regulations like EUDR and EUTR.
What products fall under HS code 441012?
OSB/2 (interior, non-structural), OSB/3 (exterior, structural), OSB/4 (heavy-duty, structural), tongue-and-groove OSB subflooring, radiant barrier OSB, fire-rated OSB, structural wall sheathing OSB
What are common misclassifications for HS code 441012?
Often confused with plywood (4412.3x) due to similar structural applications, but OSB is made from wood strands, not veneers, resulting in different grain patterns and manufacturing processes.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 441012?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 441012 in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($1.6B, 46% of world exports), Romania ($219M) and Belgium ($189M). World exports came to about $3.6B, 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 441012?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 441012 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.7B, 48% of world imports), Germany ($236M) and the United Kingdom ($150M). World imports came to about $3.5B, 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 441012 structured?
HS code 441012 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (10) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 441012?
Brazil splits HS code 441012 into 2 NCM codes: 4410.12.10 (OSB, raw or simply polished), 4410.12.90 (Other oriented strand board (OSB)). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.