Product classification
HS code for Wood ornaments: 4420.19
Wood, statuettes and other ornaments, of other than tropical wood.
Classification of wood ornaments under HS 4420.19
Wood ornaments are classified under HS code 4420.19, which falls within Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System, covering wood and articles of wood. Specifically, heading 4420 is reserved for wood marquetry and inlaid wood, caskets and cases for jewelry or cutlery, and similar articles, as well as statuettes and other ornaments. The classification under subheading 4420.19 is determined by two primary factors: the decorative nature of the item and the species of wood used. This code is used for ornaments made of wood species other than the tropical woods specifically listed in the Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 44. To qualify for this heading, the article must be primarily decorative rather than functional, or its decorative features must significantly outweigh its utility. The General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6 are applied here, ensuring the product meets the specific nomenclature of the heading and subheading. If the ornament were made of mahogany, ebony, or other specified tropical woods, it would be excluded from this specific code and moved to 4420.11.
- Covers
- Wooden statuettes and figurines
- Decorative wall plaques made of oak or pine
- Carved wooden animals (non-tropical wood)
- Ornamental wooden bowls intended for display
- Wooden trophies and commemorative plaques
- Inlaid decorative boxes for display
- Also under 4420.19
- Lomonosov Wooden Figurines
- Jim Shore Folk Art Carvings
- Willow Tree Figurines (some wood)
- Nordic Wood Decor
Codes often confused with 4420.19
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 4420.11, which is reserved for ornaments made of tropical wood. Importers often fail to verify the botanical species of the wood, leading to incorrect filings. Additionally, HS code 4421.99 is often used incorrectly; this is a residual category for other articles of wood, such as clothes hangers or toothpicks, which lack the purely ornamental character required for 4420. Another point of confusion is Chapter 94, specifically 9403, which covers furniture. If a wooden object is large enough to stand on the floor and serves a furniture-like function, it may be classified there instead of as an ornament.
Top exporters and importers of HS 442019 (the code used for wood ornaments), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 442019 (the code used for wood ornaments) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 63% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 31% 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 442019, not only wood ornaments.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $498M 63% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $41M 5.2% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $37M 4.7% of world exports
World total: $790M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $211M 31% of world imports
- 2 Germany $79M 12% of world imports
- 3 Netherlands $38M 5.6% of world imports
World total: $672M 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 ornaments
Brazil classifies wood ornaments under NCM 4420.19.00: HS 4420.19 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.
Questions about wood ornaments
What is the HS code for Wood ornaments?
The HS code for Wood ornaments is 442019 (Wood; statuettes and other ornaments, of other than tropical wood). The HS code for wood ornaments made from non-tropical wood is 4420.19.
How do I classify Wood ornaments for customs?
Wood ornaments is classified under HS code 442019 — Wood; statuettes and other ornaments, of other than tropical wood. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include wooden picture frames?
No, wooden picture frames are specifically classified under HS code 4414.00, regardless of the wood species used, as they have their own dedicated heading in the Harmonized System.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood ornaments (HS 442019)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 442019 (the code used for wood ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were China ($498M, 63% of world exports), Indonesia ($41M) and the Netherlands ($37M). World exports came to about $790M, 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 ornaments (HS 442019)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 442019 (the code used for wood ornaments) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($211M, 31% of world imports), Germany ($79M) and the Netherlands ($38M). World imports came to about $672M, 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 ornaments the same in all countries?
The base HS code 442019 for Wood ornaments 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 ornaments in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood ornaments (HS 442019) is classified under NCM 4420.19.00.