Product classification
HS code for Hardwood plywood: 4412.92
Plywood, n.e.c. in heading 4412, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood.
Classification of hardwood plywood under HS 4412.92
Hardwood plywood under HS code 4412.92 refers to laminated wood panels that do not fit into the more specific subheadings of 4412 but feature at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood. The 4412 heading is structured to categorize plywood based on the species of the face veneers and the nature of the core. Subheading 4412.92 is a specific category for "other" plywood types that maintain the hardwood face requirement. This often includes plywood with specialized cores or constructions that are not purely veneer-based or those that do not meet the criteria for the 4412.3x series. The classification depends on the physical assembly of the layers and the botanical species of the exterior wood. This code is vital for identifying high-value decorative or structural panels that utilize hardwood surfaces like maple, oak, or cherry for aesthetic and durability purposes in cabinetry and interior finishing.
- Covers
- Multi-layered hardwood plywood not specified in 4412.33
- Hardwood-faced plywood with specialized composite cores
- Decorative non-coniferous plywood panels
- Hardwood plywood for high-end cabinetry
- Non-coniferous plywood with at least one hardwood face
- Also under 4412.92
- SVEZA Birch Plywood
- UPM WISA-Birch
- Koskisen Birch Plywood
- Georgia-Pacific Hardwood Plywood
Codes often confused with 4412.92
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 4412.33, which is the standard code for plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood (veneers) with a non-coniferous outer ply. If the plywood has a core made of materials other than thin veneers (but not solid blocks), it may fall under 4412.92. Another error is 4411, which is for fiberboard (MDF/HDF). Even if fiberboard has a hardwood veneer, it is classified under 4412 if the construction meets the definition of a veneered panel.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441292 (the code used for hardwood plywood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441292 (the code used for hardwood plywood) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 42% 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 441292, not only hardwood plywood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $152M 24% of world exports
- 2 Belgium $114M 18% of world exports
- 3 Canada $76M 12% of world exports
World total: $625M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $277M 42% of world imports
- 2 Canada $40M 6.1% of world imports
- 3 Germany $33M 5.0% of world imports
World total: $660M 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 hardwood plywood
Brazil classifies hardwood plywood under NCM 4412.92.00: HS 4412.92 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 hardwood plywood
What is the HS code for Hardwood plywood?
The HS code for Hardwood plywood is 441292 (Plywood; n.e.c. in heading 4412, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood). While many types exist, 4412.92 is the code for "other" plywood with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood.
How do I classify Hardwood plywood for customs?
Hardwood plywood is classified under HS code 441292 — Plywood; n.e.c. in heading 4412, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How does 4412.92 differ from 4412.33?
4412.33 is for plywood made only of veneers (each <6mm), while 4412.92 is a residual category for other hardwood-faced plywood constructions.
Which countries are the top exporters of hardwood plywood (HS 441292)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441292 (the code used for hardwood plywood) in UN Comtrade data were China ($152M, 24% of world exports), Belgium ($114M) and Canada ($76M). World exports came to about $625M, 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 hardwood plywood (HS 441292)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441292 (the code used for hardwood plywood) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($277M, 42% of world imports), Canada ($40M) and Germany ($33M). World imports came to about $660M, 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 Hardwood plywood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441292 for Hardwood plywood 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 hardwood plywood in Brazil?
In Brazil, hardwood plywood (HS 441292) is classified under NCM 4412.92.00.