Product classification

HS code for Spruce pine fir lumber: 4407.13

Wood, coniferous species, of S-P-F (spruce (Picea spp.), pine (Pinus spp.) and fir (Abies spp.)), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm.

Classification of spruce pine fir lumber under HS 4407.13

Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF) lumber is a commercial grouping of wood species that is specifically recognized in the Harmonized System under code 4407.13. This classification is unique because it acknowledges the trade practice of mixing species with similar performance characteristics. SPF lumber typically includes White Spruce, Engelmann Spruce, Lodgepole Pine, and Alpine Fir. Under Heading 4407, which covers wood sawn or chipped lengthwise with a thickness exceeding 6 mm, the subheading 4407.13 is dedicated to this specific mixture. The classification logic here deviates slightly from the single-species codes to accommodate the reality of the North American forestry industry where these species are harvested and processed together. To be classified here, the lumber must be a mix of these specific coniferous species; if the shipment consists entirely of a single species, it should technically be moved to the specific code for that species, such as 4407.11 for pine or 4407.12 for spruce. However, in international trade, the SPF stamp is a recognized standard that triggers the use of 4407.13. This code is vital for structural grading and ensures that customs authorities can apply the correct duties and quotas to these mixed-species shipments, which are staples of the residential framing industry.

Covers
  • SPF dimension lumber (2x4, 2x6, etc.)
  • Mixed spruce, pine, and fir structural timber
  • Kiln-dried SPF boards
  • Finger-jointed SPF lumber
  • Sawn SPF studs for construction
Also under 4407.13
  • Western S-P-F lumber
  • Eastern S-P-F studs
  • Canfor S-P-F products
  • West Fraser S-P-F timber

Codes often confused with 4407.13

Common mistake. The most common error is classifying SPF under 4407.12 (Spruce/Fir) or 4407.11 (Pine). While SPF contains these species, the specific code 4407.13 was created to capture the commercial reality of the mix. Another misclassification occurs with 4418.99 for prefabricated wood components; even if SPF lumber is cut to specific lengths for a building kit, it remains 4407.13 unless it has been further worked into a recognizable joinery product. Additionally, if the wood is treated with creosote or other preservatives, it should be classified under 4403.11, though this is rare for SPF lumber which is usually untreated or kiln-dried.

4407.12Wood; coniferous species, of fir (Abies spp.) and spruce (Picea spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm4407.11Wood; coniferous species, of pine (Pinus spp.), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm4418.99Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, other than of bamboo or cellular wood panels4403.11Wood; coniferous species, in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared; treated with paint, stains, creosote or other preservatives

Top exporters and importers of HS 440713 (the code used for spruce pine fir lumber), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440713 (the code used for spruce pine fir lumber) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 89% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 79% 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 440713, not only spruce pine fir lumber.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Canada $4.1B
  2. 2 Sweden $266M
  3. 3 Germany $112M

World total: $4.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $3.9B
  2. 2 Japan $215M
  3. 3 Netherlands $199M

World total: $4.9B 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 spruce pine fir lumber

Brazil classifies spruce pine fir lumber under NCM 4407.13.00: HS 4407.13 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 spruce pine fir lumber

What is the HS code for Spruce pine fir lumber?

The HS code for Spruce pine fir lumber is 440713 (Wood; coniferous species, of S-P-F (spruce (Picea spp.), pine (Pinus spp.) and fir (Abies spp.)), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm).

How do I classify Spruce pine fir lumber for customs?

Spruce pine fir lumber is classified under HS code 440713 — Wood; coniferous species, of S-P-F (spruce (Picea spp.), pine (Pinus spp.) and fir (Abies spp.)), sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6mm. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

What is the HS code for SPF lumber?

The HS code for Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF) lumber sawn lengthwise and exceeding 6mm in thickness is 4407.13.

Why is SPF grouped together in one HS code?

SPF species are grouped because they share similar physical properties and are harvested, processed, and marketed as a single commodity for the construction industry.

Which countries are the top exporters of spruce pine fir lumber (HS 440713)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440713 (the code used for spruce pine fir lumber) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($4.1B, 89% of world exports), Sweden ($266M) and Germany ($112M). World exports came to about $4.6B, 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 spruce pine fir lumber (HS 440713)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 440713 (the code used for spruce pine fir lumber) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($3.9B, 79% of world imports), Japan ($215M) and the Netherlands ($199M). World imports came to about $4.9B, 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 Spruce pine fir lumber the same in all countries?

The base HS code 440713 for Spruce pine fir lumber 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 spruce pine fir lumber in Brazil?

In Brazil, spruce pine fir lumber (HS 440713) is classified under NCM 4407.13.00.