About HS Code 441700
This code encompasses a diverse range of wooden articles primarily used as components or complete items in various industries, from manufacturing to footwear. In international trade, these goods are often exchanged between countries with significant woodworking industries and those requiring these specific wooden parts for their own production lines. Major importers include nations with robust manufacturing sectors that assemble tools or produce footwear, while exporters are typically countries rich in sustainable timber resources and skilled labor for wood processing. Key considerations for trade include the type of wood used (hardwood vs. softwood), its origin (especially with regulations like EUDR), and the precision of manufacturing, as these components often need to fit specific machinery or designs. The durability and finish of the wood are also crucial for the end-use performance of the tools or lasts.
Products Under This Code
Wooden hammer handles, Wooden axe handles, Wooden broom handles, Wooden paint brush handles, Wooden shoe lasts, Wooden shoe trees, Wooden chisel handles, Wooden file handles
Real World Examples
Estwing wooden handles, Fiskars wooden handles, Allen Edmonds shoe trees, Saphir Medaille d'Or shoe lasts, Stanley wooden tool handles
Common Misclassification
This code can be confused with 442199 (Other articles of wood, n.e.s.) if the wooden item is not clearly a tool handle, broom/brush body, or shoe last/tree. It might also be mistaken for 441400 (Wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar articles) if the wooden item has a decorative rather than functional purpose.
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.
Products Classified Under 4417.00
Industry
This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.
Trade Overview
China, Vietnam, and Indonesia are significant exporters, while the USA, Germany, and Japan are major importers of these wooden components.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 441700?
HS code 441700 covers: Wood; tools, tool bodies, tool handles, broom or brush bodies and handles, boot and shoe lasts and trees, of wood. This code encompasses a diverse range of wooden articles primarily used as components or complete items in various industries, from manufacturing to footwear. In international trade, these goods are often exchanged between countries with significant woodworking industries and those requiring these specific wooden parts for their own production lines. Major importers include nations with robust manufacturing sectors that assemble tools or produce footwear, while exporters are typically countries rich in sustainable timber resources and skilled labor for wood processing. Key considerations for trade include the type of wood used (hardwood vs. softwood), its origin (especially with regulations like EUDR), and the precision of manufacturing, as these components often need to fit specific machinery or designs. The durability and finish of the wood are also crucial for the end-use performance of the tools or lasts.
What products fall under HS code 441700?
Wooden hammer handles, Wooden axe handles, Wooden broom handles, Wooden paint brush handles, Wooden shoe lasts, Wooden shoe trees, Wooden chisel handles, Wooden file handles
What are common misclassifications for HS code 441700?
This code can be confused with 442199 (Other articles of wood, n.e.s.) if the wooden item is not clearly a tool handle, broom/brush body, or shoe last/tree. It might also be mistaken for 441400 (Wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar articles) if the wooden item has a decorative rather than functional purpose.
How is HS code 441700 structured?
HS code 441700 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (17) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (00) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.