About HS Code 442019
This category includes statuettes and other ornamental articles made from wood types other than tropical wood, encompassing a vast range of decorative items from temperate and boreal forests. These products often reflect regional craftsmanship, folk art traditions, or modern design aesthetics, utilizing woods like pine, oak, maple, or birch. The trade is diverse, involving both small-scale artisans and larger manufacturers. Exporters are found globally, including countries with strong woodworking traditions like Germany, China, and Poland, which produce a variety of decorative pieces for international markets. Importers, such as the USA, UK, and Canada, seek these items for home decor, gifts, and collectibles. While not under the same intense scrutiny as tropical woods, sustainable sourcing and certification for non-tropical woods are increasingly important for market acceptance.
Products Under This Code
Pine wood animal figurines, oak carved plaques, birch decorative bowls, maple wood abstract sculptures, wooden Christmas ornaments, linden wood dolls, beechwood decorative boxes
Real World Examples
Lomonosov Wooden Figurines, Jim Shore Folk Art Carvings, Willow Tree Figurines (some wood), Nordic Wood Decor
Common Misclassification
Easily confused with 442011 (tropical wood statuettes) if the wood type is not specified. Also, 442090 (other wooden articles) if the item is decorative but not clearly a statuette or ornament.
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 4420.19
Industry
This code belongs to the Wood & Wood Products industry.
Trade Overview
Germany, China, and Poland are significant exporters; the USA, UK, and Canada are major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 442019?
HS code 442019 covers: Wood; statuettes and other ornaments, of other than tropical wood. This category includes statuettes and other ornamental articles made from wood types other than tropical wood, encompassing a vast range of decorative items from temperate and boreal forests. These products often reflect regional craftsmanship, folk art traditions, or modern design aesthetics, utilizing woods like pine, oak, maple, or birch. The trade is diverse, involving both small-scale artisans and larger manufacturers. Exporters are found globally, including countries with strong woodworking traditions like Germany, China, and Poland, which produce a variety of decorative pieces for international markets. Importers, such as the USA, UK, and Canada, seek these items for home decor, gifts, and collectibles. While not under the same intense scrutiny as tropical woods, sustainable sourcing and certification for non-tropical woods are increasingly important for market acceptance.
What products fall under HS code 442019?
Pine wood animal figurines, oak carved plaques, birch decorative bowls, maple wood abstract sculptures, wooden Christmas ornaments, linden wood dolls, beechwood decorative boxes
What are common misclassifications for HS code 442019?
Easily confused with 442011 (tropical wood statuettes) if the wood type is not specified. Also, 442090 (other wooden articles) if the item is decorative but not clearly a statuette or ornament.
How is HS code 442019 structured?
HS code 442019 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (20) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.