Product classification

HS code for Sawn sapelli: 4407.27

Wood, tropical, sapelli, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm.

Classification of sawn sapelli under HS 4407.27

Sawn sapelli is classified under HS code 4407.27. This classification is part of Chapter 44 (Wood and articles of wood) and heading 4407, which covers wood sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6 mm. Sapelli (Entandrophragma cylindricum) is specifically categorized as a tropical wood. The Harmonized System provides specific subheadings for various tropical species to monitor trade and conservation status. Subheading 4407.27 is dedicated exclusively to Sapelli. The classification is based on the botanical identification of the timber and the mechanical processing it has undergone. Like other sawn timber, it must be thicker than 6 mm to fall under this heading. The wood can be in its rough state, planed, sanded, or finger-jointed. Because Sapelli is a high-value tropical hardwood often used in cabinetry and joinery, precise classification is essential for customs valuation and compliance with international timber regulations such as CITES or EUTR.

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  • Sapelli planks sawn lengthwise
  • Planed Sapelli boards for furniture
  • Sanded Sapelli timber
  • Finger-jointed Sapelli wood
  • Sapelli scantlings for window frames
Also under 4407.27
  • Sapelli kitchen cabinets
  • Sapelli boat interiors
  • Sapelli musical instruments (e.g., guitar backs)
  • Sapelli decorative panels

Codes often confused with 4407.27

Common mistake. Sapelli is often confused with other tropical hardwoods. It is frequently misclassified under 4407.21 (Mahogany) or 4407.22 (Virola, Imbuia, and Balsa) due to similar aesthetic properties. It may also be incorrectly placed in 4407.29, which is the residual category for other tropical woods. Furthermore, if the Sapelli is processed into flooring or moldings, it should be classified under 4409.22. If the thickness is 6 mm or less, it belongs in 4408.39 as veneer. Accurate botanical documentation is required to distinguish Sapelli from Sipo or Kosipo, which may have different subheadings.

4407.21Wood, tropical; as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, mahogany (Swietenia spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm4407.22Wood, tropical; virola, imbuia and balsa, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm4407.29Wood, tropical, n.e.c. in item no. 4407.2, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm4409.22Wood; tropical (including unassembled strips and friezes for parquet flooring), continuously shaped along any edges, ends or faces, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed4408.39Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm

Top exporters and importers of HS 440727 (the code used for sawn sapelli), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440727 (the code used for sawn sapelli) in UN Comtrade data was Cameroon, with about 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 18% 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 440727, not only sawn sapelli.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Cameroon* ~$94M
  2. 2 Congo* ~$72M
  3. 3 DR Congo* ~$22M

World total: $241M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United Kingdom $42M
  2. 2 Netherlands $40M
  3. 3 United States $36M

World total: $233M 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 sapelli

Brazil classifies sawn sapelli under NCM 4407.27.00: HS 4407.27 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 sapelli

What is the HS code for Sawn sapelli?

The HS code for Sawn sapelli is 440727 (Wood, tropical; sapelli, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, thicker than 6mm). The HS code for sawn sapelli wood of a thickness exceeding 6 mm is 4407.27.

How do I classify Sawn sapelli for customs?

Sawn sapelli is classified under HS code 440727 — Wood, tropical; sapelli, 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.

Is Sapelli considered a mahogany for HS code purposes?

While often called \"Sapelli Mahogany,\" for HS classification, it must be coded as 4407.27, whereas true Mahogany (Swietenia spp.) is coded under 4407.21.

Which countries are the top exporters of sawn sapelli (HS 440727)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440727 (the code used for sawn sapelli) in UN Comtrade data were Cameroon (about $94M, 39% of world exports), Congo (about $72M) and the DR Congo (about $22M). World exports came to about $241M, 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 sapelli (HS 440727)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 440727 (the code used for sawn sapelli) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($42M, 18% of world imports), the Netherlands ($40M) and the United States ($36M). World imports came to about $233M, 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 sapelli the same in all countries?

The base HS code 440727 for Sawn sapelli 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 sapelli in Brazil?

In Brazil, sawn sapelli (HS 440727) is classified under NCM 4407.27.00.