HS Code for Wood carpentry

Wood carpentry for builders is classified under HS code 441899. This code falls within Chapter 44, which covers wood and articles of wood. Heading 4418 is specifically for builders' joinery and carpentry of wood, including cellular wood panels, assembled flooring panels, and shingles. The subheading 441899 is a residual category for carpentry items that are not specifically named in other subheadings (like windows, doors, or shutters). Carpentry generally refers to woodwork used for structural purposes or integrated into a building's framework, such as beams, rafters, and struts. This classification is essential for distinguishing structural wood components from decorative wood articles or furniture.

Products Included

• Wooden structural beams and rafters
• Wooden roof trusses
• Assembled wooden formwork for concrete construction
• Wooden stairs and railings (not prefabricated)
• Glue-laminated timber (Glulam) for structural use

Common Misclassification

A common mistake is classifying structural carpentry under 442199 (other articles of wood). However, 4418 is more specific for items used in building construction. Another error involves 441810 (windows) or 441820 (doors); if the item is a specific building component like a door frame, it must go to those specific codes rather than the residual 441899. Additionally, if the wood is simply sawn or planed but not "worked" into a carpentry component, it belongs in 4407.

FAQ

What is the HS code for wood carpentry?

The HS code for builders' joinery and carpentry of wood not elsewhere specified is 441899.

Are wooden kitchen cabinets classified here?

No, wooden kitchen cabinets are generally classified as furniture under HS code 940340, rather than builders' carpentry, unless they are imported as part of a structural wall component.