Product classification
HS code for Sawn cherry wood: 4407.94
Wood, cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Classification of sawn cherry wood under HS 4407.94
Sawn cherry wood is classified under HS code 4407.94. This subheading specifically covers wood of the genus Prunus spp. (Cherry) that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and exceeds 6 mm in thickness. The classification system distinguishes cherry wood from other hardwoods due to its specific commercial value and botanical properties. The code includes wood that is rough, planed, sanded, or finger-jointed, provided it maintains its character as sawn timber. Cherry wood is highly valued for its color and grain patterns, making it a premium material for furniture making and decorative interior work. By providing a specific code for cherry, the Harmonized System allows customs authorities to apply the correct duty rates and monitor the trade volume of this specific hardwood species separately from other non-coniferous woods. The thickness requirement of 6mm is essential to distinguish it from veneer sheets.
- Covers
- Cherry wood planks
- Sawn cherry timber
- Planed cherry boards
- Finger-jointed cherry wood
- Cherry wood beams
- Cherry wood squares for turning
- Also under 4407.94
- Stickley cherry furniture
- Ethan Allen cherry collections
- Cherry kitchen cabinets
- Cherry architectural trim
- Cherry musical instrument components
Codes often confused with 4407.94
Common mistake. Cherry wood is often misclassified under 4407.99 (Other non-coniferous wood) or 4407.95 (Ash) if the species is not clearly identified on the commercial invoice. If the wood is processed into moldings or specific shapes like tongue-and-groove flooring, it should be classified under 4409. Furthermore, if the cherry wood is 6mm or thinner, it belongs in 4408.90 as veneer. Rough logs that have not been sawn lengthwise are classified under 4403.99.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440794 (the code used for sawn cherry wood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440794 (the code used for sawn cherry wood) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 88% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 88% of world imports. Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 440794, not only sawn cherry wood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $86M 88% of world exports
- 2 Canada $5.3M 5.4% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$4.9M 5.0% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $98M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $91M 88% of world imports
- 2 Canada $3.5M 3.4% of world imports
- 3 Japan $1.7M 1.6% of world imports
Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
World total: $104M 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 cherry wood
Brazil classifies sawn cherry wood under NCM 4407.94.00: HS 4407.94 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 cherry wood
What is the HS code for Sawn cherry wood?
The HS code for Sawn cherry wood is 440794 (Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm). The HS code for sawn cherry wood thicker than 6mm is 4407.94.
How do I classify Sawn cherry wood for customs?
Sawn cherry wood is classified under HS code 440794 — Wood; cherry (Prunus spp.), 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.
Does this code cover cherry veneer?
No, cherry veneer sheets that are 6mm or thinner are classified under heading 4408.
Which countries are the top exporters of sawn cherry wood (HS 440794)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440794 (the code used for sawn cherry wood) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($86M, 88% of world exports), Canada ($5.3M) and Vietnam (about $4.9M). World exports came to about $98M, 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 cherry wood (HS 440794)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440794 (the code used for sawn cherry wood) in UN Comtrade data were China ($91M, 88% of world imports), Canada ($3.5M) and Japan ($1.7M). World imports came to about $104M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Mexico reports $117M of its chapter 44 imports without product detail (confidential), so it may also belong among the top importers.
Is the HS code for Sawn cherry wood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440794 for Sawn cherry 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 cherry wood in Brazil?
In Brazil, sawn cherry wood (HS 440794) is classified under NCM 4407.94.00.