Product classification
HS code for Sawn maple wood: 4407.93
Wood, maple (Acer spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Classification of sawn maple wood under HS 4407.93
Sawn maple wood is classified under HS code 4407.93. This code falls under the category of non-coniferous, non-tropical woods within Chapter 44. The classification applies to wood of the genus Acer spp. that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and exceeds 6 mm in thickness. Maple is a temperate hardwood, and its classification is distinct from tropical species. According to the General Interpretative Rules, the product must be identified by its botanical genus to qualify for this specific subheading. The wood may be in its rough-sawn state or may have undergone further processing such as planing, sanding, or finger-jointing. It is important to note that finger-jointing does not exclude the wood from heading 4407, as this is considered a method of increasing length rather than a form of advanced manufacturing. The thickness of the wood is the defining characteristic that separates it from veneer (heading 4408). If the maple wood is further manufactured into specific products like flooring with tongue-and-groove profiles, it is no longer classified under 4407.93 but moves to heading 4409.
- Covers
- Hard maple (Acer saccharum) sawn planks
- Soft maple (Acer rubrum) timber exceeding 6mm
- Finger-jointed maple boards for furniture frames
- Sanded maple wood for cabinetry components
- Sawn maple flitches for sports flooring substrates
- Also under 4407.93
- Gibson guitar necks (maple)
- NBA basketball courts (maple flooring)
- Ethan Allen maple furniture
- Maple butcher block countertops
- Maple drum shells
Codes often confused with 4407.93
Common mistake. Maple wood is often misclassified under HS code 4407.99, which is the residual category for "other" non-coniferous woods. However, since maple has its own specific subheading (4407.93), the residual code should not be used. Another common mistake is confusing it with HS code 4407.91 (Oak), especially when the wood is stained or treated. Additionally, if the maple is imported as rough logs with bark, it should be classified under 4403.99 (Wood in the rough) rather than 4407.93. Finally, maple strips used for flooring that have been profiled must be classified under 4409.29.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440793 (the code used for sawn maple wood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440793 (the code used for sawn maple wood) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 48% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 27% 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 440793, not only sawn maple wood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $93M 48% of world exports
- 2 United States $82M 42% of world exports
- 3 China $6.1M 3.2% of world exports
World total: $193M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $55M 27% of world imports
- 2 United States $47M 24% of world imports
- 3 Canada $32M 16% of world imports
World total: $199M 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 sawn maple wood
Brazil classifies sawn maple wood under NCM 4407.93.00: HS 4407.93 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 maple wood
What is the HS code for Sawn maple wood?
The HS code for Sawn maple wood is 440793 (Wood; maple (Acer spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm). The HS code for sawn maple wood (Acer spp.) thicker than 6 mm is 4407.93.
How do I classify Sawn maple wood for customs?
Sawn maple wood is classified under HS code 440793 — Wood; maple (Acer 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 4407.93 cover maple veneer?
No, maple veneer that is 6 mm or thinner is classified under HS code 4408.90.
Which countries are the top exporters of sawn maple wood (HS 440793)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440793 (the code used for sawn maple wood) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($93M, 48% of world exports), the United States ($82M) and China ($6.1M). World exports came to about $193M, 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 maple wood (HS 440793)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440793 (the code used for sawn maple wood) in UN Comtrade data were China ($55M, 27% of world imports), the United States ($47M) and Canada ($32M). World imports came to about $199M, 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 maple wood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440793 for Sawn maple 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 maple wood in Brazil?
In Brazil, sawn maple wood (HS 440793) is classified under NCM 4407.93.00.