Product classification
HS code for Pallet collars: 4415.20
Wood, pallets, box pallets and other load boards, pallet collars.
Classification of pallet collars under HS 4415.20
Pallet collars are classified under HS code 441520 because they are considered essential components of wooden load boards and packaging systems. Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System covers wood and articles of wood, while heading 4415 specifically addresses wooden containers and packing materials such as cases, boxes, crates, and pallets. Subheading 441520 is designated for pallets, box pallets, and other load boards, including the collars used to extend the height of these pallets. These collars are typically constructed from four or more wooden boards joined by metal hinges, allowing them to be folded when not in use. Their primary function is to transform a standard pallet into a secure box-like container for the transport and storage of goods. Because they are integral to the pallet system and made of wood, they are grouped with the pallets themselves rather than being classified as general wooden articles or furniture. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the collars are shipped individually or as part of a complete pallet assembly.
- Covers
- Standard wooden pallet collars
- Hinged wooden frames for pallets
- Stackable wooden pallet extensions
- ISPM 15 certified wooden collars
- Custom-sized wooden pallet rims
- Also under 4415.20
- CHEP Pallets
- PECO Pallets
- EPAL Euro Pallets
- Generic Standard Wooden Pallets
Codes often confused with 4415.20
Common mistake. Pallet collars are frequently misclassified under HS code 441510, which covers cases, boxes, crates, and drums. While a pallet collar creates a box-like structure, it is technically a component of a load board system (441520) rather than a standalone container. Another common error is using HS code 392390 for plastic pallet collars; however, Chapter 44 is strictly for wooden articles. If the collars are made of plastic, they must be moved to Chapter 39.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441520 (the code used for pallet collars), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441520 (the code used for pallet collars) in UN Comtrade data was Poland, with 20% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 16% 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 441520, not only pallet collars.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Poland $848M 20% of world exports
- 2 Germany $405M 9.3% of world exports
- 3 Czechia $263M 6.1% of world exports
World total: $4.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $683M 16% of world imports
- 2 France $534M 13% of world imports
- 3 Italy $325M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $4.1B 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 pallet collars
Brazil classifies pallet collars under NCM 4415.20.00: HS 4415.20 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 pallet collars
What is the HS code for Pallet collars?
The HS code for Pallet collars is 441520 (Wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards; pallet collars). The primary HS code for wooden pallet collars is 441520, which covers pallets, box pallets, and other load boards, including their components like collars.
How do I classify Pallet collars for customs?
Pallet collars is classified under HS code 441520 — Wood; pallets, box pallets and other load boards; pallet collars. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Do pallet collars require ISPM 15 certification for international shipping?
Yes, because they are made of raw wood, pallet collars must usually be heat-treated or fumigated and marked with the ISPM 15 stamp to prevent the spread of pests across borders.
Which countries are the top exporters of pallet collars (HS 441520)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441520 (the code used for pallet collars) in UN Comtrade data were Poland ($848M, 20% of world exports), Germany ($405M) and Czechia ($263M). World exports came to about $4.3B, 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 pallet collars (HS 441520)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441520 (the code used for pallet collars) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($683M, 16% of world imports), France ($534M) and Italy ($325M). World imports came to about $4.1B, 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 Pallet collars the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441520 for Pallet collars 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 pallet collars in Brazil?
In Brazil, pallet collars (HS 441520) is classified under NCM 4415.20.00.