HS Code for Engineered wood flooring

Engineered wood flooring is classified under HS code 4418.75. This classification falls within Chapter 44 (Wood and articles of wood) and heading 4418 (Builders' joinery and carpentry of wood). Specifically, 4418.75 is designated for multilayer assembled flooring panels, excluding those made of bamboo. The term "multilayer" refers to flooring constructed from two or more layers of wood bonded together, typically with a decorative hardwood wear layer on top and a softwood or plywood core. This construction provides greater dimensional stability than solid wood flooring. The classification is driven by the fact that these panels are "assembled" (often featuring tongue-and-groove or click-lock systems) and are intended for use as flooring. Under the Harmonized System, the material composition and the structural assembly are the primary factors for this specific subheading, distinguishing it from simple wood planks or non-wood laminates.

Products Included

• Three-layer parquet flooring
• Multilayer engineered oak or walnut flooring
• Engineered wood planks with a plywood base
• Pre-finished multilayer flooring panels
• Tongue-and-groove engineered flooring

Common Misclassification

A frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 4409, which covers wood continuously shaped (tongued, grooved, etc.) along any of its edges. However, 4409 is generally reserved for solid wood planks, not multilayered assemblies. Another common error is using HS code 4411 for laminate flooring. Laminate flooring usually has a fiberboard core and a printed paper surface, whereas 4418.75 requires a real wood wear layer. Finally, bamboo-based engineered flooring must be classified under 4418.73, not 4418.75.

FAQ

What is the HS code for engineered wood flooring?

The standard HS code for multilayer engineered wood flooring is 4418.75.

Is laminate flooring classified under the same code as engineered wood?

No, laminate flooring is typically classified under HS code 4411 if it has a fiberboard core, or 3918 if it is vinyl-based, as it lacks the real wood top layer required for 4418.75.