HS Code for Cherry lumber

Cherry lumber is classified under HS code 4407.94, which is situated within Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System. This chapter encompasses wood and articles of wood, including wood charcoal. Heading 4407 is specifically designated for wood that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and it must possess a thickness exceeding 6 mm. This thickness requirement is the primary factor that distinguishes lumber from veneer sheets. The subheading 4407.94 is a specific botanical designation for wood of the genus Prunus (cherry). This classification applies regardless of whether the wood has been planed, sanded, or finger-jointed, provided that the essential character of the product remains sawn lumber. The Harmonized System uses these specific codes to monitor the trade of hardwood species and to enforce environmental regulations, such as those related to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), although common cherry wood is generally not restricted. Accurate classification is vital for determining applicable tariffs and ensuring compliance with phytosanitary certificates required for timber imports.

Products Included

• Sawn cherry wood planks
• Cherry boards thicker than 6mm
• Finger-jointed cherry lumber
• Planed cherry timber
• Sanded cherry wood beams
• Cherry wood chipped lengthwise

Common Misclassification

Cherry lumber is often misclassified under 4403.99, which is the code for wood in the rough (logs), or 4408.90, which covers wood veneer sheets and sheets for plywood that are 6 mm or thinner. Another common error is using the general hardwood code 4407.99 instead of the specific cherry code 4407.94. Importers must also be careful not to confuse sawn lumber with continuously shaped wood (such as moldings or beads), which falls under heading 4409. Finally, if the wood has been further manufactured into furniture components, it may be reclassified under Chapter 94.

FAQ

What is the HS code for cherry lumber?

The HS code for cherry lumber (Prunus spp.) that is sawn or chipped lengthwise and thicker than 6mm is 4407.94.

Does 4407.94 include cherry wood veneer?

No, cherry wood veneer is classified under 4408.90 if it is 6 mm or thinner, as heading 4407 only applies to wood thicker than 6 mm.