Product classification

HS code for Cherry lumber: 4407.94

Wood, cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm.

Classification of cherry lumber under HS 4407.94

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.

Covers
  • Sawn cherry wood planks
  • Cherry boards thicker than 6mm
  • Finger-jointed cherry lumber
  • Planed cherry timber
  • Sanded cherry wood beams
  • Cherry wood chipped lengthwise
Also under 4407.94
  • Stickley cherry furniture
  • Ethan Allen cherry collections
  • Cherry kitchen cabinets
  • Cherry architectural trim
  • Cherry musical instrument components

Codes often confused with 4407.94

Common mistake. 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.

4403.99Wood; in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 44034408.90Wood; n.e.c. in heading no. 4408, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not exceeding 6mm in thickness4407.99Wood; sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 440744.09Wood (including strips, friezes for parquet flooring, not assembled), continuously shaped (tongued, grooved, v-jointed, beaded or the like) along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed

Top exporters and importers of HS 440794 (the code used for cherry lumber), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440794 (the code used for cherry lumber) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 88% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 88% of world imports. Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Figures cover everything classified under HS 440794, not only cherry lumber.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 United States $86M
  2. 2 Canada $5.3M
  3. 3 Vietnam* ~$4.9M

World total: $98M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 China $91M
  2. 2 Canada $3.5M
  3. 3 Japan $1.7M

Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

World total: $104M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 cherry lumber

Brazil classifies cherry lumber under NCM 4407.94.00: HS 4407.94 with 00 added.

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

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.

Questions about cherry lumber

What is the HS code for Cherry lumber?

The HS code for Cherry lumber is 440794 (Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm). The HS code for cherry lumber (Prunus spp.) that is sawn or chipped lengthwise and thicker than 6mm is 4407.94.

How do I classify Cherry lumber for customs?

Cherry lumber is classified under HS code 440794 — Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

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.

Which countries are the top exporters of cherry lumber (HS 440794)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440794 (the code used for cherry lumber) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 88% of world exports), Canada ($5.3M) and Vietnam (about $4.9M). World exports came to about $98M, 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 cherry lumber (HS 440794)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 440794 (the code used for cherry lumber) in UN Comtrade data were China ($91M, 88% of world imports), Canada ($3.5M) and Japan ($1.7M). World imports came to about $104M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.

Is the HS code for Cherry lumber the same in all countries?

The base HS code 440794 for Cherry lumber is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.

What is the NCM code for cherry lumber in Brazil?

In Brazil, cherry lumber (HS 440794) is classified under NCM 4407.94.00.