Product classification
HS code for Sawn birch wood: 4407.96
Wood, of birch (Betula spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed.
Classification of sawn birch wood under HS 4407.96
Sawn birch wood is classified under HS code 4407.96. This specific code is designated for wood of the genus Betula spp. that has undergone primary processing such as being sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled. A fundamental requirement for this classification is that the wood must have a thickness exceeding 6 mm. Birch is a non-coniferous (hardwood) species, and the HS system provides specific subheadings for commercially significant hardwoods like birch to facilitate precise trade monitoring. The classification remains applicable whether the birch wood is in a rough-sawn state or has been further refined through planing, sanding, or finger-jointing. It is important to note that the wood must not be further worked into specific shapes or profiles, as that would move the classification to heading 4409. Birch is widely used in the production of high-quality furniture, cabinetry, and internal joinery, and its distinct classification under 4407.96 allows for the differentiation from other hardwoods in international commerce.
- Covers
- Birch lumber
- Sawn birch timber
- Planed birch boards
- Finger-jointed birch wood
- Birch scantlings
- Birch blocks for flooring (not yet profiled)
- Also under 4407.96
- IKEA birch furniture
- Artek birch stools
- Birch plywood for cabinetry
- Birch flooring
- Birch turned bowls
Codes often confused with 4407.96
Common mistake. Birch is frequently misclassified under 4407.99, which is the residual category for other non-coniferous wood. It may also be confused with 4408.90 if the sheets are 6mm or thinner, which are classified as veneer. Importers must ensure the botanical genus Betula is specified to use 4407.96 correctly. If the birch has been turned into plywood, it must be classified under 4412, and if it is in the form of fuel wood or chips, it falls under 4401.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440796 (the code used for sawn birch wood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440796 (the code used for sawn birch wood) in UN Comtrade data was Russia, with about 55% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 50% 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 440796, not only sawn birch wood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Russia* ~$126M 55% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 China $34M 15% of world exports
- 3 Canada $18M 7.7% of world exports
World total: $229M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $123M 50% of world imports
- 2 United States $30M 12% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$22M 8.7% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $249M 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 marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. 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 sawn birch wood
Brazil classifies sawn birch wood under NCM 4407.96.00: HS 4407.96 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 sawn birch wood
What is the HS code for Sawn birch wood?
The HS code for Sawn birch wood is 440796 (Wood; of birch (Betula spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed). The HS code for sawn birch wood of a thickness exceeding 6mm is 4407.96.
How do I classify Sawn birch wood for customs?
Sawn birch wood is classified under HS code 440796 — Wood; of birch (Betula spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is birch plywood under this code?
No, birch plywood is classified under heading 4412; 4407.96 only covers sawn or chipped solid wood.
Which countries are the top exporters of sawn birch wood (HS 440796)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440796 (the code used for sawn birch wood) in UN Comtrade data were Russia (about $126M, 55% of world exports), China ($34M) and Canada ($18M). World exports came to about $229M, 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 sawn birch wood (HS 440796)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440796 (the code used for sawn birch wood) in UN Comtrade data were China ($123M, 50% of world imports), the United States ($30M) and Vietnam (about $22M). World imports came to about $249M, 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 Sawn birch wood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440796 for Sawn birch 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.
What is the NCM code for sawn birch wood in Brazil?
In Brazil, sawn birch wood (HS 440796) is classified under NCM 4407.96.00.