HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 4421.20 – Wood; coffins
HS code 4421.20 is the 6-digit subheading for wood, coffins. It is used for oak coffins, mahogany caskets, cherry wood coffins, pine caskets and poplar caskets.
What HS 4421.20 covers
This HS code is dedicated to wooden coffins and caskets, a specialized and culturally sensitive product category. The trade in these items is influenced by diverse cultural, religious, and personal preferences regarding funerary practices. Coffins are typically crafted from various woods, including hardwoods like oak, mahogany, and cherry, chosen for their durability and aesthetic qualities. The manufacturing process often involves skilled carpentry and attention to detail. Major exporters include countries with established woodworking industries and efficient production capabilities, such as China, the USA, and Poland. Importers, including the USA, UK, and Germany, source these products to meet the demands of their respective funeral industries. Compliance with specific national regulations regarding materials and construction is crucial, and the EUDR would apply if tropical woods are used.
- Covers
- Oak coffins
- Mahogany caskets
- Cherry wood coffins
- Pine caskets
- Poplar caskets
- Cedar coffins
- Wooden cremation urns
- Examples
- Batesville Casket Company
- Aurora Casket Company
- Matthews International
- Starmark Cremation Products
Codes often confused with 4421.20
Common mistake. Could potentially be confused with other large wooden boxes or containers if not clearly identified as for funerary use. The specific function and design for burial or cremation are key differentiators.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 442120, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 442120 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $172M 37% of world exports
- 2 Poland $56M 12% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $35M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $466M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $95M 20% of world imports
- 2 Japan $91M 19% of world imports
- 3 Germany $71M 15% of world imports
World total: $473M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 4421.20
Brazil does not split HS 4421.20: its NCM code is 4421.20.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 44.21 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
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.
Questions about HS 4421.20
What is HS code 442120?
HS code 442120 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wood; coffins. This HS code is dedicated to wooden coffins and caskets, a specialized and culturally sensitive product category. The trade in these items is influenced by diverse cultural, religious, and personal preferences regarding funerary practices. Coffins are typically crafted from various woods, including hardwoods like oak, mahogany, and cherry, chosen for their durability and aesthetic qualities. The manufacturing process often involves skilled carpentry and attention to detail. Major exporters include countries with established woodworking industries and efficient production capabilities, such as China, the USA, and Poland. Importers, including the USA, UK, and Germany, source these products to meet the demands of their respective funeral industries. Compliance with specific national regulations regarding materials and construction is crucial, and the EUDR would apply if tropical woods are used.
What products fall under HS code 442120?
Oak coffins, mahogany caskets, cherry wood coffins, pine caskets, poplar caskets, cedar coffins, wooden cremation urns
What are common misclassifications for HS code 442120?
Could potentially be confused with other large wooden boxes or containers if not clearly identified as for funerary use. The specific function and design for burial or cremation are key differentiators.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 442120?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 442120 in UN Comtrade data were China ($172M, 37% of world exports), Poland ($56M) and Mexico ($35M). World exports came to about $466M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 442120?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 442120 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($95M, 20% of world imports), Japan ($91M) and Germany ($71M). World imports came to about $473M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 442120 structured?
HS code 442120 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (21) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (20) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 442120?
In Brazil, HS code 442120 is NCM 4421.20.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.