HS Code for Tropical wood plywood

Tropical wood plywood is classified under HS code 441231. This classification falls under Heading 4412, which covers plywood, veneered panels, and similar laminated wood. Subheading 441231 is very specific: it applies to plywood consisting solely of sheets of wood (excluding bamboo), where each ply is 6mm or thinner, and at least one outer ply consists of tropical wood. The classification is driven by three main factors: the thickness of the individual plies, the absence of bamboo, and the botanical species of the face veneer. If the outer ply is a tropical species like Okoumé, Dark Red Meranti, or Mahogany, and the internal plies are 6mm or less, 441231 is the mandatory code. This level of specificity helps customs authorities monitor the trade of tropical timber products and apply relevant anti-dumping or environmental regulations. The construction of the plywood—whether the core is made of softer woods or different species—does not change the classification as long as the outer ply meets the tropical wood criteria and the ply thickness rule is followed.

Products Included

• Plywood with a face veneer of Dark Red Meranti
• Okoumé faced plywood panels
• Sapelli plywood with plies thinner than 6mm
• Tropical hardwood plywood for cabinetry
• Multi-layered tropical wood sheets for construction

Common Misclassification

Plywood is often misclassified under 441233 or 441234. Code 441233 is for plywood with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood (other than tropical), while 441234 is for those with at least one outer ply of coniferous wood. Another error is using 441239 for thicker plies. If any single ply exceeds 6mm, the product moves out of the 441231 category into other subheadings of 4412.

FAQ

What is the HS code for tropical wood plywood?

The HS code for plywood with at least one outer ply of tropical wood and plies not exceeding 6mm is 441231.

What if only one side of the plywood is tropical wood?

As long as at least one outer ply is made of a tropical wood species and the plies are 6mm or thinner, it is classified under 441231.