Product classification
HS code for Firewood logs: 4401.12
Wood, for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous.
Classification of firewood logs under HS 4401.12
Firewood logs are classified under HS code 4401.12, which specifically covers non-coniferous fuel wood. This classification is determined by the physical state of the wood and its intended use as fuel. Under Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System, heading 4401 is dedicated to fuel wood in various forms such as logs, billets, twigs, or faggots. The sub-heading 4401.12 is reserved for wood derived from broad-leaved (non-coniferous) trees like oak, beech, or birch. To qualify for this code, the wood must be in a form typically used for burning, often characterized by short lengths and split faces, and it must not be processed into industrial timber or lumber. The classification remains 4401.12 regardless of whether the wood is seasoned or green, provided it is intended for use as fuel and is not agglomerated into pellets or briquettes.
- Covers
- Split oak firewood logs
- Birch billets for residential heating
- Non-coniferous wood faggots and twigs for kindling
- Hardwood logs cut to length for stoves and fireplaces
- Also under 4401.12
- Local hardwood firewood suppliers
- specific brands of kiln-dried oak logs
- wood from certified sustainable forests
- restaurant-grade cooking wood
- cherry wood logs
Codes often confused with 4401.12
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 4401.11, which is strictly for coniferous (softwood) fuel wood like pine or spruce. Importers must distinguish between the botanical species of the wood to choose between 4401.11 and 4401.12. Additionally, firewood is often confused with 4403, which covers wood in the rough. However, 4403 is intended for industrial processing (sawing or veneer), whereas 4401 is specifically for fuel. If the wood is processed into pellets, it must be classified under 4401.31 instead of 4401.12.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440112 (the code used for firewood logs), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440112 (the code used for firewood logs) in UN Comtrade data was Latvia, with 19% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 22% 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 440112, not only firewood logs.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Latvia $91M 19% of world exports
- 2 Bosnia and Herzegovina $65M 14% of world exports
- 3 Lithuania $57M 12% of world exports
World total: $477M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $97M 22% of world imports
- 2 Italy $50M 11% of world imports
- 3 South Africa $40M 9.2% of world imports
World total: $440M 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 firewood logs
Brazil classifies firewood logs under NCM 4401.12.00: HS 4401.12 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 firewood logs
What is the HS code for Firewood logs?
The HS code for Firewood logs is 440112 (Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-coniferous). The HS code for non-coniferous firewood logs is 4401.12. For coniferous firewood, the code is 4401.11.
How do I classify Firewood logs for customs?
Firewood logs is classified under HS code 440112 — Wood; for fuel, in logs, in billets, in twigs, in faggots or similar forms, whether or not agglomerated, non-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 4401.12 is only for wood in its natural log, billet, or twig form.
Which countries are the top exporters of firewood logs (HS 440112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440112 (the code used for firewood logs) in UN Comtrade data were Latvia ($91M, 19% of world exports), Bosnia and Herzegovina ($65M) and Lithuania ($57M). World exports came to about $477M, 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 firewood logs (HS 440112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440112 (the code used for firewood logs) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($97M, 22% of world imports), Italy ($50M) and South Africa ($40M). World imports came to about $440M, 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 Firewood logs the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440112 for Firewood logs 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 firewood logs in Brazil?
In Brazil, firewood logs (HS 440112) is classified under NCM 4401.12.00.