Product classification
HS code for Sawn oak wood: 4407.91
Wood, oak (Quercus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Classification of sawn oak wood under HS 4407.91
Sawn oak wood is classified under HS code 4407.91. This code is part of the non-coniferous, non-tropical wood section of Chapter 44. It specifically covers wood of the genus Quercus spp. that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and has a thickness exceeding 6 mm. Oak is one of the most widely traded temperate hardwoods, and its classification is straightforward provided the botanical genus is confirmed. The wood can be presented in various forms, including rough-sawn, planed, sanded, or finger-jointed. Under the General Interpretative Rules, the presence of finger-joints does not change the classification from 4407.91 to a manufactured wood product, as it is still considered a primary wood material. However, the thickness is a mandatory criterion; oak wood 6 mm or thinner is classified as veneer under heading 4408. Furthermore, if the oak has been continuously shaped along any of its edges or faces (such as for flooring or decorative moldings), it is classified under heading 4409. Oak used for barrels (staves) is also classified differently, falling under heading 4416 if it is specifically prepared for coopers' products.
- Covers
- White oak (Quercus alba) sawn planks
- Red oak (Quercus rubra) timber exceeding 6mm
- European oak (Quercus robur) boards
- Finger-jointed oak scantlings for furniture
- Sanded oak beams for structural use
- Also under 4407.91
- IKEA oak furniture
- Armstrong oak flooring
- Custom oak cabinetry
- Jack Daniel's whiskey barrels (oak staves)
- White Oak architectural millwork
Codes often confused with 4407.91
Common mistake. A frequent error is classifying sawn oak under HS code 4407.99, which is the "other" category for non-coniferous woods. Since oak has its own specific subheading (4407.91), the specific code must be used. Another common misclassification occurs with oak flooring; if the boards are tongued and grooved, they should be under 4409.29. Additionally, oak sleepers for railways are classified under 4406. Finally, if the oak is in the form of rough logs, it belongs in 4403.91 rather than 4407.91.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440791 (the code used for sawn oak wood), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440791 (the code used for sawn oak wood) in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 40% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was China, with 21% 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 440791, not only sawn oak wood.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 United States $873M 40% of world exports
- 2 Croatia $224M 10% of world exports
- 3 France $196M 8.9% of world exports
World total: $2.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 China $460M 21% of world imports
- 2 United Kingdom $216M 9.7% of world imports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$159M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
World total: $2.2B 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 oak wood
Brazil classifies sawn oak wood under NCM 4407.91.00: HS 4407.91 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 oak wood
What is the HS code for Sawn oak wood?
The HS code for Sawn oak wood is 440791 (Wood; oak (Quercus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm). The HS code for sawn oak wood (Quercus spp.) thicker than 6 mm is 4407.91.
How do I classify Sawn oak wood for customs?
Sawn oak wood is classified under HS code 440791 — Wood; oak (Quercus 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 4407.91 include oak flooring?
It only includes oak boards that are sawn, planed, or sanded. If the flooring is profiled (tongue and groove), it is classified under HS code 4409.29.
Which countries are the top exporters of sawn oak wood (HS 440791)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440791 (the code used for sawn oak wood) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($873M, 40% of world exports), Croatia ($224M) and France ($196M). World exports came to about $2.2B, 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 oak wood (HS 440791)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440791 (the code used for sawn oak wood) in UN Comtrade data were China ($460M, 21% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($216M) and Vietnam (about $159M). World imports came to about $2.2B, 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 oak wood the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440791 for Sawn oak 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 oak wood in Brazil?
In Brazil, sawn oak wood (HS 440791) is classified under NCM 4407.91.00.