HS Code Subheading

Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood

4412.39 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 441239

This HS code encompasses plywood manufactured solely from sheets of wood, excluding bamboo, where each individual ply is 6mm or thinner, and crucially, both the outer plies are made from coniferous wood species. In international trade, this category is significant for the construction and furniture industries, serving as a versatile material for sheathing, subflooring, and various structural applications. Major importers typically include countries with robust construction sectors like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany, while key exporters are often timber-rich nations such as Canada, Russia, and Sweden. Traders need to be aware of quality standards, moisture content, and the specific coniferous species used, as these factors heavily influence pricing and suitability for different end-uses. The market is influenced by global timber prices, housing market trends, and increasingly, by sustainable forestry certifications.

Products Under This Code

Pine plywood, Spruce plywood, Fir plywood, CDX plywood, Sheathing plywood, Structural plywood, Radiata pine plywood

Real World Examples

Georgia-Pacific Plywood, Weyerhaeuser Plywood, Boise Cascade Plywood, LP Building Solutions Sheathing

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 441249 (LVL with coniferous outer plies) due to the coniferous aspect, but 441239 specifically refers to traditional plywood, not laminated veneered lumber. It can also be mistaken for other plywood types with non-coniferous outer plies (e.g., 441233 for tropical wood).

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 4412.39

Coniferous plywood

Related Codes

4412.10 Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood; of bamboo 4412.31 Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with at least one outer ply of tropical wood 4412.33 Plywood; with sheets of wood only; not bamboo; each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut 4412.34 Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood not listed in subheading 4412.33 4412.41 Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood; laminated veneered lumber (LVL); with at least one outer ply of tropical wood 4412.42 Laminated veneered lumber (LVL); with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood 4412.49 Laminated veneered lumber (LVL); with both outer plies of coniferous wood 4412.51 Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard; with at least one outer layer of tropical wood 4412.52 Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard; with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood, (not containing particle board) 4412.59 Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard; with both outer plies of coniferous wood

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers often include the US, UK, and Germany; top exporters are Canada, Russia, and Sweden.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 441239?

HS code 441239 covers: Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood. This HS code encompasses plywood manufactured solely from sheets of wood, excluding bamboo, where each individual ply is 6mm or thinner, and crucially, both the outer plies are made from coniferous wood species. In international trade, this category is significant for the construction and furniture industries, serving as a versatile material for sheathing, subflooring, and various structural applications. Major importers typically include countries with robust construction sectors like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany, while key exporters are often timber-rich nations such as Canada, Russia, and Sweden. Traders need to be aware of quality standards, moisture content, and the specific coniferous species used, as these factors heavily influence pricing and suitability for different end-uses. The market is influenced by global timber prices, housing market trends, and increasingly, by sustainable forestry certifications.

What products fall under HS code 441239?

Pine plywood, Spruce plywood, Fir plywood, CDX plywood, Sheathing plywood, Structural plywood, Radiata pine plywood

What are common misclassifications for HS code 441239?

This code is often confused with 441249 (LVL with coniferous outer plies) due to the coniferous aspect, but 441239 specifically refers to traditional plywood, not laminated veneered lumber. It can also be mistaken for other plywood types with non-coniferous outer plies (e.g., 441233 for tropical wood).

How is HS code 441239 structured?

HS code 441239 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (12) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (39) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.