HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4412.52 – Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard; with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood, (not containing particle board)
HS code 4412.52 is the 6-digit subheading for blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood, (not containing particle board). It is used for birch blockboard, poplar laminboard, oak battenboard, furniture-grade core panels and door core material.
What HS 4412.52 covers
This HS code covers blockboard, laminboard, and battenboard products where at least one outer ply is made from non-coniferous wood, and the product does not contain particle board. These engineered panels are highly valued for their stability, flatness, and strength-to-weight ratio, making them excellent choices for furniture manufacturing, interior doors, partitions, and shelving. The non-coniferous outer plies, often from species like birch, poplar, or oak, provide a desirable surface for veneering, painting, or direct use. Leading importers include countries with significant furniture and interior design industries such as Germany, the UK, and the US. Key exporters are often nations with strong wood processing capabilities, including China, Russia, and Poland. Traders should consider the specific wood species, core construction, and adhesive types, as these impact the panel's performance and market value.
- Covers
- Birch blockboard
- Poplar laminboard
- Oak battenboard
- Furniture-grade core panels
- Door core material
- Tabletop panels
- Maple blockboard
- Examples
- SVEZA Birch Blockboard
- Generic Poplar Laminboard
- Oak Veneered Battenboard
- Maple Blockboard Panels
Codes often confused with 4412.52
Common mistake. Often confused with 441251 (blockboard with tropical outer ply) or other non-coniferous plywood (e.g., 441234). The distinction is 'blockboard, laminboard, or battenboard' with a 'non-coniferous outer ply' and the absence of particle board.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 441252, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 441252 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 64% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 23% 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 China $304M 64% of world exports
- 2 Romania $68M 14% of world exports
- 3 Indonesia $26M 5.6% of world exports
World total: $473M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $59M 23% of world imports
- 2 Germany $26M 10% of world imports
- 3 Jordan* ~$21M 7.9% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $262M 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 4412.52
Brazil does not split HS 4412.52: its NCM code is 4412.52.00.
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 4412.52
What is HS code 441252?
HS code 441252 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard; with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood, (not containing particle board). This HS code covers blockboard, laminboard, and battenboard products where at least one outer ply is made from non-coniferous wood, and the product does not contain particle board. These engineered panels are highly valued for their stability, flatness, and strength-to-weight ratio, making them excellent choices for furniture manufacturing, interior doors, partitions, and shelving. The non-coniferous outer plies, often from species like birch, poplar, or oak, provide a desirable surface for veneering, painting, or direct use. Leading importers include countries with significant furniture and interior design industries such as Germany, the UK, and the US. Key exporters are often nations with strong wood processing capabilities, including China, Russia, and Poland. Traders should consider the specific wood species, core construction, and adhesive types, as these impact the panel's performance and market value.
What products fall under HS code 441252?
Birch blockboard, Poplar laminboard, Oak battenboard, Furniture-grade core panels, Door core material, Tabletop panels, Maple blockboard
What are common misclassifications for HS code 441252?
Often confused with 441251 (blockboard with tropical outer ply) or other non-coniferous plywood (e.g., 441234). The distinction is 'blockboard, laminboard, or battenboard' with a 'non-coniferous outer ply' and the absence of particle board.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 441252?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 441252 in UN Comtrade data were China ($304M, 64% of world exports), Romania ($68M) and Indonesia ($26M). World exports came to about $473M, 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 441252?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 441252 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($59M, 23% of world imports), Germany ($26M) and Jordan (about $21M). World imports came to about $262M, 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 441252 structured?
HS code 441252 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 (52) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 441252?
In Brazil, HS code 441252 is NCM 4412.52.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.