HS Code for Teak lumber

Teak lumber is classified under HS code 4407.23. This classification applies to wood of the species Tectona grandis that has been sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, and has a thickness exceeding 6 mm. Unlike logs in the rough, teak lumber has undergone significant mechanical processing to prepare it for construction, furniture making, or decking. Chapter 44, heading 4407, is the primary category for sawn timber. The subheading 4407.23 is specific to teak, reflecting its status as a high-value tropical hardwood. The lumber may be planed, sanded, or end-jointed without changing its classification, provided it has not been continuously shaped (such as tongued or grooved) along any of its edges or faces. This classification is essential for customs authorities to apply the correct duties and for trade organizations to track the movement of processed tropical hardwoods across international borders.

Products Included

• Sawn teak planks and boards
• Teak beams exceeding 6mm in thickness
• Planed teak lumber for furniture manufacturing
• Sanded teak wood blocks
• Square-dressed teak timber

Common Misclassification

Teak lumber is often confused with HS code 4403.42 (Teak logs). The distinction lies in the processing: 4403 is for wood in the rough, while 4407 is for sawn wood. Another common misclassification is HS code 4409.29, which covers wood that has been continuously shaped (tongued, grooved, rebated, etc.). If the teak lumber has been profiled for flooring or siding, it must be classified under 4409 rather than 4407. Additionally, teak thinner than 6mm falls under 4408 as veneer sheets.

FAQ

What is the HS code for teak lumber?

The HS code for sawn or chipped teak lumber thicker than 6mm is 4407.23.

Does 4407.23 include teak flooring?

Only if the flooring is simple sawn planks. If the planks are tongued and grooved, they are classified under HS code 4409.