HS Code Subheading

Plywood; n.e.c. in heading 4412, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood

4412.92 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 441292

This HS code covers plywood products where at least one of the outer plies is made from non-coniferous wood, excluding tropical species. This broad category includes a wide array of hardwood plywoods, such as birch, oak, maple, and beech, which are highly valued in global trade for their aesthetic appeal, strength, and versatility. These plywoods are extensively utilized in high-end furniture manufacturing, interior design, cabinetry, decorative paneling, and specialized construction applications where a superior finish or specific mechanical properties are required. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing industries and strong consumer markets for quality wood products, often relying on imported raw materials or semi-finished goods. Exporters are nations with significant temperate hardwood forest resources and sophisticated wood processing capabilities. Trade in these products is influenced by design trends, quality standards, and increasingly, by sustainability certifications and legality verification (e.g., EUDR/EUTR). The market demands consistent quality, specific veneer grades, and adherence to environmental regulations, making supply chain transparency crucial.

Products Under This Code

Birch plywood, Oak plywood, Maple plywood, Beech plywood, Poplar core plywood, Ash faced plywood, Decorative hardwood plywood

Real World Examples

SVEZA Birch Plywood, UPM WISA-Birch, Koskisen Birch Plywood, Georgia-Pacific Hardwood Plywood

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with 441291 (plywood with tropical outer plies) if the non-coniferous species is misidentified as tropical, or with 441299 (plywood with coniferous outer plies) if the outer ply species is not correctly identified as hardwood.

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 4412.92

Hardwood 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 4412.39 Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood 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)

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

Top importers include the USA, Germany, and the UK, with Russia, Finland, and Canada being key exporters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 441292?

HS code 441292 covers: Plywood; n.e.c. in heading 4412, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood. This HS code covers plywood products where at least one of the outer plies is made from non-coniferous wood, excluding tropical species. This broad category includes a wide array of hardwood plywoods, such as birch, oak, maple, and beech, which are highly valued in global trade for their aesthetic appeal, strength, and versatility. These plywoods are extensively utilized in high-end furniture manufacturing, interior design, cabinetry, decorative paneling, and specialized construction applications where a superior finish or specific mechanical properties are required. Importers are typically countries with advanced manufacturing industries and strong consumer markets for quality wood products, often relying on imported raw materials or semi-finished goods. Exporters are nations with significant temperate hardwood forest resources and sophisticated wood processing capabilities. Trade in these products is influenced by design trends, quality standards, and increasingly, by sustainability certifications and legality verification (e.g., EUDR/EUTR). The market demands consistent quality, specific veneer grades, and adherence to environmental regulations, making supply chain transparency crucial.

What products fall under HS code 441292?

Birch plywood, Oak plywood, Maple plywood, Beech plywood, Poplar core plywood, Ash faced plywood, Decorative hardwood plywood

What are common misclassifications for HS code 441292?

This code can be confused with 441291 (plywood with tropical outer plies) if the non-coniferous species is misidentified as tropical, or with 441299 (plywood with coniferous outer plies) if the outer ply species is not correctly identified as hardwood.

How is HS code 441292 structured?

HS code 441292 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 (92) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.