Product classification
HS code for Coniferous firewood: 4401.11
Wood, for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, coniferous.
Classification of coniferous firewood under HS 4401.11
Coniferous firewood is classified under HS code 4401.11. This code is found in Chapter 44 (Wood and articles of wood) under heading 4401, which covers fuel wood in various forms such as logs, billets, twigs, or faggots. Subheading 4401.11 is specific to fuel wood derived from coniferous (softwood) trees, such as pine, spruce, or cedar. The classification is based on the intended use as fuel and the botanical species of the wood. To fall under this code, the wood must be in a relatively unprocessed state intended for combustion; it is typically presented in short lengths, split or unsplit, or in the form of small twigs and bundles. The Harmonized System distinguishes between coniferous and non-coniferous fuel wood to monitor the trade of different forest resources. This classification does not include wood that has been processed into charcoal (4402) or wood that has been agglomerated into pellets or briquettes (4401.31), as those undergo significant manufacturing changes that move them to different subheadings.
- Covers
- Pine logs prepared for firewood
- Spruce kindling and twigs
- Cedar billets for fuel
- Bundled coniferous firewood for retail sale
- Softwood faggots and brushwood for burning
- Also under 4401.11
- Home Depot firewood bundles
- local forestry company fuel logs
- specific brands of kiln-dried pine logs
- wood from sustainable forestry operations
- biomass fuel logs
Codes often confused with 4401.11
Common mistake. Coniferous firewood is often confused with 4401.12, which is the code for non-coniferous (hardwood) firewood like oak, ash, or maple. Another common misclassification is 4401.21, which covers coniferous wood in chips or particles. While chips can be used for fuel, 4401.11 is reserved for logs and billets. Additionally, wood waste and scrap that is not shaped into logs or billets falls under 4401.41, even if it is intended for burning. Importers must ensure the wood is truly "fuel wood" and not "sawn timber" (4407), which is classified based on dimensions and processing for construction.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440111 (the code used for coniferous firewood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440111 (the code used for coniferous firewood) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 11% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 440111, not only coniferous firewood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $33M 19% of world exports
- 2 South Africa $16M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 Latvia $15M 9.1% of world exports
World total: $169M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $18M 11% of world imports
- 2 United States $17M 11% of world imports
- 3 France $15M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $162M 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 coniferous firewood
Brazil classifies coniferous firewood under NCM 4401.11.00: HS 4401.11 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 coniferous firewood
What is the HS code for Coniferous firewood?
The HS code for Coniferous firewood is 440111 (Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, coniferous). The HS code for coniferous firewood in logs, billets, or twigs is 4401.11.
How do I classify Coniferous firewood for customs?
Coniferous firewood is classified under HS code 440111 — Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, coniferous. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wood pellets?
No, wood pellets are classified under 4401.31. HS code 4401.11 is strictly for non-agglomerated fuel wood like logs and split wood.
Which countries are the top exporters of coniferous firewood (HS 440111)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440111 (the code used for coniferous firewood) in UN Comtrade data were France ($33M, 19% of world exports), South Africa ($16M) and Latvia ($15M). World exports came to about $169M, 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 coniferous firewood (HS 440111)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440111 (the code used for coniferous firewood) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($18M, 11% of world imports), the United States ($17M) and France ($15M). World imports came to about $162M, 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.
Is the HS code for Coniferous firewood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440111 for Coniferous firewood 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 coniferous firewood in Brazil?
In Brazil, coniferous firewood (HS 440111) is classified under NCM 4401.11.00.