HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4412.49 – Laminated veneered lumber (LVL); with both outer plies of coniferous wood
HS code 4412.49 is the 6-digit subheading for laminated veneered lumber (LVL), with both outer plies of coniferous wood. It is used for spruce LVL, pine LVL, douglas Fir LVL, structural LVL beams and LVL for floor joists.
What HS 4412.49 covers
This HS code covers Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL) where both outer plies are made from coniferous wood. Coniferous LVL is a highly engineered wood product, renowned for its strength, stability, and predictability, making it an indispensable material in modern construction. It is widely used for structural components such as floor joists, roof rafters, headers, and beams, offering a cost-effective and efficient alternative to solid lumber. The primary importers are countries with significant residential and commercial construction activities, including the United States, Canada, and Germany. Key exporters are often nations with abundant coniferous forests and advanced wood processing industries, such as Finland, Sweden, and Russia. Traders need to understand the specific grading standards, load-bearing capacities, and regional building code requirements to successfully navigate this market.
- Covers
- Spruce LVL
- Pine LVL
- Douglas Fir LVL
- Structural LVL beams
- LVL for floor joists
- LVL for roof rafters
- LVL for wall studs
- Examples
- Kerto LVL (Metsä Wood)
- Boise Cascade BCI Joists
- Weyerhaeuser Trus Joist TJI
- LP SolidStart LVL
Codes often confused with 4412.49
Common mistake. Often confused with 441242 (LVL with non-coniferous outer plies) or standard coniferous plywood (441239). The distinction is 'LVL' and specifically that 'both outer plies are of coniferous wood'.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 441249, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 441249 in UN Comtrade data was Finland, with 36% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 32% 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 Finland $167M 36% of world exports
- 2 Canada $70M 15% of world exports
- 3 United States $56M 12% of world exports
World total: $469M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $146M 32% of world imports
- 2 Australia $90M 20% of world imports
- 3 Canada $55M 12% of world imports
World total: $456M 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 code for 4412.49
Brazil does not split HS 4412.49: its NCM code is 4412.49.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.12 →
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 4412.49
What is HS code 441249?
HS code 441249 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Laminated veneered lumber (LVL); with both outer plies of coniferous wood. This HS code covers Laminated Veneered Lumber (LVL) where both outer plies are made from coniferous wood. Coniferous LVL is a highly engineered wood product, renowned for its strength, stability, and predictability, making it an indispensable material in modern construction. It is widely used for structural components such as floor joists, roof rafters, headers, and beams, offering a cost-effective and efficient alternative to solid lumber. The primary importers are countries with significant residential and commercial construction activities, including the United States, Canada, and Germany. Key exporters are often nations with abundant coniferous forests and advanced wood processing industries, such as Finland, Sweden, and Russia. Traders need to understand the specific grading standards, load-bearing capacities, and regional building code requirements to successfully navigate this market.
What products fall under HS code 441249?
Spruce LVL, Pine LVL, Douglas Fir LVL, Structural LVL beams, LVL for floor joists, LVL for roof rafters, LVL for wall studs
What are common misclassifications for HS code 441249?
Often confused with 441242 (LVL with non-coniferous outer plies) or standard coniferous plywood (441239). The distinction is 'LVL' and specifically that 'both outer plies are of coniferous wood'.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 441249?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 441249 in UN Comtrade data were Finland ($167M, 36% of world exports), Canada ($70M) and the United States ($56M). World exports came to about $469M, 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 441249?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 441249 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($146M, 32% of world imports), Australia ($90M) and Canada ($55M). World imports came to about $456M, 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 441249 structured?
HS code 441249 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 (49) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 441249?
In Brazil, HS code 441249 is NCM 4412.49.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.