Product classification
HS code for Western hemlock lumber: 4407.14
Wood, coniferous species, of Hem-fir (western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) and fir (Abies spp.)).
Classification of western hemlock lumber under HS 4407.14
Western hemlock lumber is classified under HS code 4407.14. Chapter 44 covers wood and articles of wood, with heading 4407 specifically addressing wood sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded, or end-jointed, of a thickness exceeding 6 mm. Within this heading, the Harmonized System differentiates between coniferous and non-coniferous species. Subheading 4407.14 is a specific category for coniferous wood of the "Hem-fir" group, which includes Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) and various species of fir (Abies spp.). This classification is used because these species are often harvested, processed, and marketed together in the timber industry due to their similar structural properties. To qualify for this code, the lumber must be processed beyond simple logs but must not be worked into specific shapes like moldings or beadings. The thickness requirement of over 6 mm is a critical threshold for classification under 4407. If the wood is thinner than 6 mm, it would likely fall under heading 4408 for sheets for veneering.
- Covers
- Sawn Western hemlock boards
- Western hemlock planks and beams
- Dimension lumber of Hem-fir species
- Sawn timber of Tsuga heterophylla
- Rough-sawn Western hemlock joists
- Also under 4407.14
- Weyerhaeuser Hem-fir lumber
- Interfor Hem-fir products
- Western Hemlock structural timber
- Pacific Coast Hem-fir
Codes often confused with 4407.14
Common mistake. This product is frequently confused with HS code 4403, which covers wood in the rough. If the Western hemlock has not been sawn or chipped lengthwise into boards or planks, it remains in 4403. Additionally, if the lumber has been further processed into continuously shaped wood—such as tongue-and-groove flooring or decorative molding—it must be classified under 4409. Confusion also arises with 4407.11 (Pine) or 4407.12 (Fir and Spruce) if the specific species is not clearly identified on the commercial invoice. Since 4407.14 specifically groups Hemlock and Fir, accurate botanical identification is necessary for correct entry.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440714 (the code used for western hemlock lumber), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440714 (the code used for western hemlock lumber) in UN Comtrade data was Canada, with 88% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 30% 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 440714, not only western hemlock lumber.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Canada $197M 88% of world exports
- 2 United States $17M 7.3% of world exports
- 3 China $10M 4.5% of world exports
World total: $225M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $74M 30% of world imports
- 2 China $68M 28% of world imports
- 3 Japan $40M 16% of world imports
World total: $245M 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 western hemlock lumber
Brazil classifies western hemlock lumber under NCM 4407.14.00: HS 4407.14 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 western hemlock lumber
What is the HS code for Western hemlock lumber?
The HS code for Western hemlock lumber is 440714 (Wood; coniferous species, of Hem-fir (western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) and fir (Abies spp.))). The HS code for Western hemlock lumber that is sawn or chipped lengthwise and thicker than 6 mm is 4407.14.
How do I classify Western hemlock lumber for customs?
Western hemlock lumber is classified under HS code 440714 — Wood; coniferous species, of Hem-fir (western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla) and fir (Abies spp.)). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is there a thickness limit for this classification?
Yes, the wood must be thicker than 6 mm to be classified under heading 4407. Wood 6 mm or thinner is generally classified under heading 4408.
Which countries are the top exporters of western hemlock lumber (HS 440714)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440714 (the code used for western hemlock lumber) in UN Comtrade data were Canada ($197M, 88% of world exports), the United States ($17M) and China ($10M). World exports came to about $225M, 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 western hemlock lumber (HS 440714)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440714 (the code used for western hemlock lumber) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($74M, 30% of world imports), China ($68M) and Japan ($40M). World imports came to about $245M, 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 Western hemlock lumber the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440714 for Western hemlock 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 western hemlock lumber in Brazil?
In Brazil, western hemlock lumber (HS 440714) is classified under NCM 4407.14.00.