HS Code for Pine lumber
Pine lumber is classified under HS code 4407.11, which specifically covers coniferous wood of the genus Pinus that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced, or peeled. To qualify for this classification, the wood must have a thickness exceeding 6mm. This classification is governed by General Interpretative Rule (GRI) 1, which dictates that classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Heading 4407 is reserved for wood sawn or chipped lengthwise, and the subheading 4407.11 is further refined by the botanical species (Pinus spp.). The wood can be planed, sanded, or finger-jointed without changing its classification, provided the processing does not transform it into a more specific product like a builder's joinery item. The thickness threshold of 6mm is a critical technical boundary; wood thinner than this is typically classified under heading 4408 as sheets for veneering.
Products Included
- Sawn pine planks and boards
- Pine beams and scantlings
- Finger-jointed pine lumber
- Planed pine timber for construction
- Sanded pine boards exceeding 6mm thickness
- Pine wood chipped lengthwise for structural use
Common Misclassification
Pine lumber is frequently misclassified under HS code 4403, which covers wood in the rough (logs). However, once the wood has been sawn or processed into planks, it must move to 4407. Another common error is using 4409 for planed pine; 4409 is specifically for wood that has been continuously shaped (tongued, grooved, or beaded) along any of its edges or faces. If the pine lumber is intended for use as flooring or molding, 4409 is the correct code, whereas simple planed lumber remains in 4407.11.
FAQ
What is the HS code for Pine lumber?
The HS code for pine lumber (coniferous wood of the genus Pinus) that is sawn or chipped lengthwise and exceeds 6mm in thickness is 4407.11.
Does finger-jointing change the HS code for pine lumber?
No, HS code 4407.11 explicitly includes pine wood that is finger-jointed, provided it still meets the criteria of being sawn or chipped lengthwise and exceeds the 6mm thickness requirement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the HS code for Pine lumber?
The HS code for Pine lumber is 440711 (Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm).
How do I classify Pine lumber for customs?
Pine lumber is classified under HS code 440711 — Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is the HS code for Pine lumber the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440711 for Pine lumber is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.