HS Code for Meranti wood
Meranti wood is classified under HS code 4407.26. This code falls within Chapter 44, which encompasses wood and articles of wood. Heading 4407 specifically refers to wood that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and has a thickness exceeding 6 mm. The subheading 4407.26 is reserved for specific tropical wood species, including White Lauan, White Meranti, White Seraya, Yellow Meranti, and Alan. Classification depends on the botanical identification of the timber and the physical dimensions of the product. The wood may be planed, sanded, or finger-jointed without changing its classification under this heading, provided it remains sawn wood rather than a further manufactured product like moldings or assembled flooring. The classification is strictly for timber that has been processed beyond simple logs but has not yet been transformed into finished joinery or carpentry. Accurate identification of the species is critical as tropical woods are categorized specifically to monitor trade and environmental impact.
Products Included
- Sawn White Meranti boards thicker than 6mm
- Yellow Meranti planks, planed or sanded
- White Lauan timber chipped lengthwise
- Alan wood beams exceeding 6mm thickness
- Finger-jointed Meranti lumber for construction
Common Misclassification
Meranti wood is often misclassified under 4403.49 if it is in the form of raw logs or roughly squared wood, as 4403 covers wood in the rough. Another common error is using 4408.39 for Meranti veneer sheets; however, 4408 is only for wood 6 mm or thinner. If the Meranti is shaped into moldings or continuous profiles, it must be classified under 4409.29 rather than 4407.26.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Meranti wood?
The HS code for Meranti wood (specifically White Lauan, White Meranti, White Seraya, Yellow Meranti, and Alan) sawn or chipped lengthwise and thicker than 6mm is 4407.26.
Does the HS code change if the Meranti wood is planed?
No, HS code 4407.26 includes Meranti wood whether or not it is planed, sanded, or finger-jointed, as long as it exceeds 6mm in thickness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Meranti wood?
The HS code for Meranti wood is 440726 (Wood, tropical; white lauan, white meranti, white seraya, yellow meranti and alan, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm).
How do I classify Meranti wood for customs?
Meranti wood is classified under HS code 440726 — Wood, tropical; white lauan, white meranti, white seraya, yellow meranti and alan, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Meranti wood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440726 for Meranti wood is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.