HS Code for Oak plywood
Oak plywood is classified under HS code 4412.33 based on its physical construction and the species of wood used for its outer layers. Heading 4412 covers plywood, veneered panels, and similar laminated wood. The subheading 4412.33 specifically applies to plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood (excluding bamboo), where each ply does not exceed 6mm in thickness. Furthermore, the code requires that at least one outer ply consists of specific non-coniferous wood species, with oak (Quercus spp.) being explicitly listed in the Harmonized System Explanatory Notes for this category. The classification process involves verifying that the product is not "blockboard" or "laminboard" (which would fall under 4412.94) and that it does not contain tropical wood as defined by the HS (which would move it to 4412.31). The 6mm thickness limit per ply is a critical technical threshold for this specific code. This classification ensures that high-value hardwood plywoods like oak are tracked separately from softwood or tropical varieties.
Products Included
- Oak-faced plywood with a core of other non-coniferous wood
- Multi-ply oak boards where all plies are 6mm or less
- Thin oak veneer plywood used for cabinetry
- Decorative oak plywood panels for interior wall cladding
- Marine-grade oak plywood meeting the ply thickness requirements
Common Misclassification
Oak plywood is frequently misclassified under 4412.31 if the importer mistakenly identifies the core or face as tropical wood. It is also confused with 4412.34, which is for other non-coniferous species not listed in the 4412.33 group. If the plywood has a core of lumber strips or blocks (blockboard), it must be classified under 4412.94 regardless of the oak face. Additionally, if any single ply exceeds 6mm in thickness, the product may fall into a different subheading within 4412.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Oak plywood?
The HS code for oak plywood with each ply 6mm or less and at least one outer ply of oak is 4412.33.
Does the thickness of the plies affect the HS code?
Yes, for classification under 4412.33, each individual ply within the plywood must be 6mm or less in thickness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Oak plywood?
The HS code for Oak plywood is 441233 (Plywood; with sheets of wood only; not bamboo; each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut).
How do I classify Oak plywood for customs?
Oak plywood is classified under HS code 441233 — Plywood; with sheets of wood only; not bamboo; each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Oak plywood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441233 for Oak 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.