Product classification
HS code for Wood scrap: 4401.49
Wood, for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated and not including sawdust.
Classification of wood scrap under HS 4401.49
Wood scrap is classified under HS code 4401.49, which pertains to wood waste and scrap that has not been agglomerated into specific shapes like pellets or briquettes. This classification is intended for the remnants of wood that are generated during the primary or secondary processing of timber, such as sawing, planing, or milling. To fall under this code, the material must retain its raw, loose form. The Harmonized System distinguishes between wood intended for fuel and wood waste that is a byproduct of manufacturing. HS code 4401.49 serves as a residual category for non-agglomerated wood waste that does not meet the specific definitions of sawdust (which has its own subheadings). This classification is vital for the recycling and biomass industries, as it tracks the movement of raw wood residues used for particle board production or industrial heating.
- Covers
- Wood offcuts from timber milling
- Broken wooden pallets and crates not suitable for repair
- Wood shavings not agglomerated
- Bark waste and scrap
- Mixed wood residues from carpentry
- Also under 4401.49
- Valmet (biomass energy solutions)
- Georgia-Pacific (wood products)
- West Fraser Timber (lumber byproducts)
- Stora Enso (biomaterials)
Codes often confused with 4401.49
Common mistake. The most common misclassification occurs with wood pellets, which are classified under HS code 4401.31, or wood briquettes under 4401.32. These products are made from wood scrap but have been agglomerated under pressure, which moves them out of the 4401.49 category. Another common error is confusing wood scrap with sawdust; sawdust is specifically classified under HS code 4401.41. If the scrap has been treated with paint, stains, or preservatives to the point it is considered a manufactured article, it might be pushed toward 4421, though 4401.49 generally covers most raw industrial wood waste.
Top exporters and importers of HS 440149 (the code used for wood scrap), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 440149 (the code used for wood scrap) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 14% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 16% 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 440149, not only wood scrap.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $40M 14% of world exports
- 2 Canada $29M 10% of world exports
- 3 France $26M 9.3% of world exports
World total: $283M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Austria $60M 16% of world imports
- 2 Germany $57M 15% of world imports
- 3 Sweden $39M 10% of world imports
World total: $373M 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 scrap
Brazil classifies wood scrap under NCM 4401.49.00: HS 4401.49 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 scrap
What is the HS code for Wood scrap?
The HS code for Wood scrap is 440149 (Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated and not including sawdust). The HS code for wood scrap and wood waste that is not agglomerated (excluding sawdust) is 4401.49.
How do I classify Wood scrap for customs?
Wood scrap is classified under HS code 440149 — Wood; for fuel, sawdust and wood waste and scrap, not agglomerated and not including sawdust. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does wood scrap include sawdust?
No, sawdust is classified separately under HS code 4401.41. HS code 4401.49 is for larger wood waste like offcuts and shavings.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood scrap (HS 440149)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 440149 (the code used for wood scrap) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($40M, 14% of world exports), Canada ($29M) and France ($26M). World exports came to about $283M, 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 scrap (HS 440149)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 440149 (the code used for wood scrap) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($60M, 16% of world imports), Germany ($57M) and Sweden ($39M). World imports came to about $373M, 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 scrap the same in all countries?
The base HS code 440149 for Wood scrap 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 scrap in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood scrap (HS 440149) is classified under NCM 4401.49.00.