Product classification

HS code for Untreated poplar logs: 4403.97

Wood, of poplar and aspen (Populus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated.

Classification of untreated poplar logs under HS 4403.97

Untreated poplar and aspen logs are classified under HS code 4403.97. This code falls under the non-coniferous section of wood in the rough. The classification is specific to the genus Populus, which includes various species of poplar, aspen, and cottonwood. To meet the criteria for 4403.97, the logs must be in their natural state as harvested, though they may be stripped of bark or sapwood. They can also be roughly squared, a process that removes the outer curves of the log to create a rectangular shape for easier handling without being considered "sawn." The wood must be untreated, meaning it has not been chemically preserved. Poplar is frequently used in the production of matches, plywood, and paper pulp, and this HS code allows customs authorities to track the trade of this specific hardwood genus separately from other non-coniferous woods.

Covers
  • Poplar logs in the rough
  • Aspen logs for veneer or pulp
  • Cottonwood logs stripped of bark
  • Roughly squared poplar timber
  • Untreated aspen trunks for industrial use
Also under 4403.97
  • Georgia-Pacific (poplar pulp)
  • Weyerhaeuser (poplar timber)
  • Huhtamaki (poplar packaging)

Codes often confused with 4403.97

Common mistake. Poplar logs are often misclassified under 4403.99, which is the residual category for "other" non-coniferous wood in the rough. However, because poplar and aspen have their own specific subheading (4403.97), they must be declared there. Another error is using 4407.99, which is for sawn or chipped non-coniferous wood. If the poplar has been treated with preservatives, it should be moved to 4403.12, which covers treated non-coniferous wood in the rough.

4403.99Wood; in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated, n.e.c. in heading no. 44034407.99Wood; sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, of a thickness exceeding 6mm, whether or not planed, sanded or finger-jointed, n.e.c. in heading no. 44074403.12Wood; non-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 440397 (the code used for untreated poplar logs), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440397 (the code used for untreated poplar logs) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 27% 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 440397, not only untreated poplar logs.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 France $28M
  2. 2 Russia* ~$26M
  3. 3 United States $17M

World total: $120M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Italy $33M
  2. 2 China $29M
  3. 3 Belgium $14M

World total: $122M 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 untreated poplar logs

Brazil classifies untreated poplar logs under NCM 4403.97.00: HS 4403.97 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 untreated poplar logs

What is the HS code for Untreated poplar logs?

The HS code for Untreated poplar logs is 440397 (Wood; of poplar and aspen (Populus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated). The specific HS code for untreated poplar and aspen logs (Populus spp.) in the rough is 4403.97.

How do I classify Untreated poplar logs for customs?

Untreated poplar logs is classified under HS code 440397 — Wood; of poplar and aspen (Populus spp.), in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sapwood, or roughly squared, untreated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Are aspen and poplar classified under the same code?

Yes, both aspen and poplar belong to the genus Populus and are grouped together under HS code 4403.97 for international trade.

Which countries are the top exporters of untreated poplar logs (HS 440397)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440397 (the code used for untreated poplar logs) in UN Comtrade data were France ($28M, 23% of world exports), Russia (about $26M) and the United States ($17M). World exports came to about $120M, 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 untreated poplar logs (HS 440397)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 440397 (the code used for untreated poplar logs) in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($33M, 27% of world imports), China ($29M) and Belgium ($14M). World imports came to about $122M, 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 Untreated poplar logs the same in all countries?

The base HS code 440397 for Untreated poplar logs 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 untreated poplar logs in Brazil?

In Brazil, untreated poplar logs (HS 440397) is classified under NCM 4403.97.00.