Product classification
HS code for Wood joinery: 4418.99
Wood, builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, other than of bamboo or cellular wood panels.
Classification of wood joinery under HS 4418.99
HS code 4418.99 serves as the residual classification for builders' joinery and carpentry of wood that is not explicitly named in other subheadings of heading 4418. This heading is broad, encompassing wood products used primarily in the construction of buildings, whether for structural or finishing purposes. Joinery usually refers to items like doors, windows, and stairs, while carpentry refers to structural woodwork such as beams, rafters, and roof struts. Subheading 4418.99 acts as a "catch-all" for these items when they are not made of bamboo or cellular wood panels. The classification process involves verifying that the product is indeed for "builders' use" and is "assembled" or "worked" beyond simple sawing or planing. This code is essential for classifying complex wooden components used in modern architecture, such as prefabricated structural elements, glue-laminated timber (glulam) not elsewhere specified, or specialized interior fittings. The classification is guided by GRI 1, which prioritizes the terms of the heading, and GRI 6, which governs classification at the subheading level for items that do not fit into the specific categories of doors, windows, or flooring.
- Covers
- Wooden structural beams and rafters
- Assembled wooden partitions
- Glue-laminated timber (Glulam) for structural use
- Wooden stairs and railings
- Also under 4418.99
- Andersen windows
- Pella doors
- Marvin windows
- specific architectural millwork
- pre-fabricated wooden stair kits
Codes often confused with 4418.99
Common mistake. Common misclassifications occur with HS code 4418.10 (windows and their frames) and 4418.20 (doors and their frames). If a product is specifically a door or window, it must be classified under those codes rather than the residual 4418.99. Another error involves 4407, which is for simple sawn timber; 4418.99 requires the wood to be further worked or assembled into a recognizable building component.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441899 (the code used for wood joinery), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441899 (the code used for wood joinery) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 15% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, 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 441899, not only wood joinery.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $395M 15% of world exports
- 2 Canada $384M 14% of world exports
- 3 Germany $184M 6.8% of world exports
World total: $2.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $1.0B 27% of world imports
- 2 United States $817M 22% of world imports
- 3 Germany $195M 5.3% of world imports
World total: $3.7B 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 wood joinery
Brazil classifies wood joinery under NCM 4418.99.00: HS 4418.99 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 wood joinery
What is the HS code for Wood joinery?
The HS code for Wood joinery is 441899 (Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, other than of bamboo or cellular wood panels). General wood joinery and carpentry not specified elsewhere are classified under HS code 4418.99.
How do I classify Wood joinery for customs?
Wood joinery is classified under HS code 441899 — Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, other than of bamboo or cellular wood panels. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are wooden beams classified here?
Yes, wooden beams that are part of builders' carpentry, such as structural roof components or glulam beams, are typically classified under 4418.99.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood joinery (HS 441899)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441899 (the code used for wood joinery) in UN Comtrade data were China ($395M, 15% of world exports), Canada ($384M) and Germany ($184M). World exports came to about $2.7B, 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 wood joinery (HS 441899)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441899 (the code used for wood joinery) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($1.0B, 27% of world imports), the United States ($817M) and Germany ($195M). World imports came to about $3.7B, 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 Wood joinery the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441899 for Wood joinery 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 wood joinery in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood joinery (HS 441899) is classified under NCM 4418.99.00.