HS Code Subheading

Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, of bamboo

4418.91 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 441891

This HS code specifically covers builders' joinery and carpentry products made from bamboo. This includes a range of structural and decorative components used in building construction, such as flooring, wall panels, beams, and frames. Bamboo is increasingly valued in international trade as a sustainable, rapidly renewable, and strong alternative to traditional wood. Its unique aesthetic and eco-friendly profile drive demand in markets focused on green building and innovative design. Importers are typically countries seeking sustainable materials or unique architectural elements, often in developed economies. Exporters are predominantly nations where bamboo is abundant and where processing industries have developed to transform raw bamboo into finished construction-grade products. Adherence to sustainability regulations like EUDR and EUTR is important for market access.

Products Under This Code

Bamboo flooring planks, bamboo wall panels, bamboo structural beams, bamboo decking, bamboo window frames, bamboo doors, bamboo stair treads

Real World Examples

Cali Bamboo flooring, Teragren bamboo panels, Moso Bamboo X-treme decking, Bamboo Living homes components

Common Misclassification

Can be confused with other wood joinery (441899) if not specifically identified as bamboo, or with raw bamboo materials (140110) if not processed into builders' components.

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 4418.91

Bamboo joineryBamboo carpentry

Related Codes

4418.11 Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames; of tropical wood 4418.19 Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames; (of other than 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

Industry

This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.

Trade Overview

China is a dominant exporter of bamboo building materials, with major importers including the USA, EU countries, and Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 441891?

HS code 441891 covers: Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, of bamboo. This HS code specifically covers builders' joinery and carpentry products made from bamboo. This includes a range of structural and decorative components used in building construction, such as flooring, wall panels, beams, and frames. Bamboo is increasingly valued in international trade as a sustainable, rapidly renewable, and strong alternative to traditional wood. Its unique aesthetic and eco-friendly profile drive demand in markets focused on green building and innovative design. Importers are typically countries seeking sustainable materials or unique architectural elements, often in developed economies. Exporters are predominantly nations where bamboo is abundant and where processing industries have developed to transform raw bamboo into finished construction-grade products. Adherence to sustainability regulations like EUDR and EUTR is important for market access.

What products fall under HS code 441891?

Bamboo flooring planks, bamboo wall panels, bamboo structural beams, bamboo decking, bamboo window frames, bamboo doors, bamboo stair treads

What are common misclassifications for HS code 441891?

Can be confused with other wood joinery (441899) if not specifically identified as bamboo, or with raw bamboo materials (140110) if not processed into builders' components.

How is HS code 441891 structured?

HS code 441891 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 (91) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.