HS Code for Imbuia lumber

Imbuia lumber is classified under HS code 4407.22. This code is situated within Chapter 44, which covers wood and articles of wood. Specifically, heading 4407 applies to wood that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and is of a thickness exceeding 6 mm. The subheading 4407.22 is a specific designation for certain tropical woods, including Virola, Imbuia, and Balsa. Classification in this category requires the wood to be processed beyond the state of raw logs but not yet manufactured into finished joinery or carpentry. The botanical identification of the wood as Ocotea porosa (commonly known as Imbuia or Brazilian Walnut) is critical for this classification. The Harmonized System differentiates between tropical, coniferous, and non-coniferous species to monitor the trade of specific timber types and ensure compliance with international environmental regulations and trade agreements regarding tropical hardwoods.

Products Included

• Sawn Imbuia planks
• Imbuia boards thicker than 6mm
• Rough-sawn Imbuia beams
• Imbuia lumber, planed or sanded (but not further worked)
• Sliced Imbuia flitches

Common Misclassification

Imbuia lumber is frequently misclassified under HS code 4403.49, which covers tropical wood in the rough; however, 4403 is only for logs that have not been sawn. Another error is using HS code 4408.39, which is for veneer sheets and sheets for plywood, but that code only applies if the wood is 6 mm or thinner. Finally, if the lumber has been continuously shaped (tongued, grooved, or beaded), it must be classified under 4409.

FAQ

What is the HS code for imbuia lumber?

The HS code for Imbuia lumber that is sawn or chipped lengthwise and thicker than 6 mm is 4407.22.

Does this code apply to imbuia logs?

No, raw Imbuia logs that have not been sawn or sliced are classified under HS code 4403.49 as wood in the rough.