HS Code Subheading

Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames; (of other than tropical wood)

4418.19 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 441819

This HS code encompasses windows, French-windows, and their frames crafted from non-tropical wood species, including temperate hardwoods and softwoods. These products are a staple in the global construction and renovation markets, offering a balance of aesthetic versatility, thermal performance, and cost-effectiveness. Importers typically include countries with active residential and commercial building sectors, seeking a wide range of window styles and finishes to meet diverse architectural demands. Exporters are often nations with extensive managed forests and advanced woodworking industries, capable of producing high volumes of standardized or custom window units. Key trade considerations involve the wood's origin, its treatment for weather resistance, and compliance with environmental regulations like EUDR and EUTR, which apply to all wood products entering the EU market.

Products Under This Code

Pine windows, Oak French-windows, Spruce window frames, Douglas fir casement windows, Maple sliding windows, Ash fixed windows, Larch window frames

Real World Examples

Velux pine roof windows, Andersen wood windows (non-tropical), Pella wood windows (non-tropical), Marvin wood windows (non-tropical)

Common Misclassification

This code is often confused with 441811, which specifically covers windows made from tropical wood, necessitating accurate wood species identification. It might also be mistaken for 441829 if the item is a door rather than a window, as both are made of non-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 4418.19

Wooden windowsWood window frames

Related Codes

4418.11 Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames; of tropical wood 4418.21 Wood; doors and their frames and thresholds, of tropical wood; 4418.29 Wood; doors and their frames and thresholds, (of other than tropical wood) 4418.30 wood; posts and beams other than products of subheadings 4418.81 to 4418.89 4418.40 Wood; shuttering for concrete constructional work 4418.50 Wood; shingles and shakes 4418.73 Wood; assembled flooring panels, of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo 4418.74 Wood; assembled flooring panels, not of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo, for mosaic floors 4418.75 Wood; assembled flooring panels, not of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo, multilayer 4418.79 Wood; assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Poland, and Canada are major exporters, while the USA, UK, and France are significant importers of non-tropical wood windows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 441819?

HS code 441819 covers: Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames; (of other than tropical wood). This HS code encompasses windows, French-windows, and their frames crafted from non-tropical wood species, including temperate hardwoods and softwoods. These products are a staple in the global construction and renovation markets, offering a balance of aesthetic versatility, thermal performance, and cost-effectiveness. Importers typically include countries with active residential and commercial building sectors, seeking a wide range of window styles and finishes to meet diverse architectural demands. Exporters are often nations with extensive managed forests and advanced woodworking industries, capable of producing high volumes of standardized or custom window units. Key trade considerations involve the wood's origin, its treatment for weather resistance, and compliance with environmental regulations like EUDR and EUTR, which apply to all wood products entering the EU market.

What products fall under HS code 441819?

Pine windows, Oak French-windows, Spruce window frames, Douglas fir casement windows, Maple sliding windows, Ash fixed windows, Larch window frames

What are common misclassifications for HS code 441819?

This code is often confused with 441811, which specifically covers windows made from tropical wood, necessitating accurate wood species identification. It might also be mistaken for 441829 if the item is a door rather than a window, as both are made of non-tropical wood.

How is HS code 441819 structured?

HS code 441819 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.