Product classification
HS code for Wooden coffins: 4421.20
Wood, coffins.
Classification of wooden coffins under HS 4421.20
Wooden coffins are classified under HS code 4421.20, which falls under Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System. This chapter covers wood and articles of wood. While many wooden items used in a household are classified as furniture in Chapter 94, coffins are specifically excluded from the definition of furniture in the HS Explanatory Notes. Instead, they are treated as other articles of wood. Heading 4421 is a residual heading for wooden products that are not specified or included in previous headings of Chapter 44. Subheading 4421.20 was specifically created to provide a distinct code for coffins, reflecting their unique nature and the need for specific trade tracking. The classification remains 4421.20 regardless of whether the coffin is made of solid wood, particle board, or fiberboard, as long as the essential character is provided by the wood. This classification also includes coffins that are lined with fabric or fitted with metal handles and ornaments, provided the wooden structure remains the primary component. The inclusion of 4421.20 in the HS nomenclature allows customs authorities to monitor the movement of these specific goods separately from general wooden containers or household furniture.
- Covers
- Solid oak or mahogany coffins
- Pine burial caskets
- Veneered wood coffins
- Caskets made of particle board with wood finish
- Wooden coffins with interior fabric lining
- Wooden coffins with metal handles and fittings
- Also under 4421.20
- Batesville Casket Company
- Aurora Casket Company
- Matthews International
- Starmark Cremation Products
Codes often confused with 4421.20
Common mistake. A frequent misclassification is HS code 4421.99, which is the general category for other articles of wood. While 4421.99 is a valid basket code, the specific subheading 4421.20 for coffins must be used whenever applicable. Another common error is attempting to classify coffins under heading 9403 as furniture. However, because coffins are not intended for furnishing homes, offices, or similar settings, they do not meet the criteria for Chapter 94. Additionally, purely metal coffins are classified under heading 7326 or 8306 depending on their construction, not under Chapter 44.
Top exporters and importers of HS 442120 (the code used for wooden coffins), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 442120 (the code used for wooden coffins) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 37% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 442120, not only wooden coffins.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $172M 37% of world exports
- 2 Poland $56M 12% of world exports
- 3 Mexico $35M 7.5% of world exports
World total: $466M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $95M 20% of world imports
- 2 Japan $91M 19% of world imports
- 3 Germany $71M 15% of world imports
World total: $473M 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 wooden coffins
Brazil classifies wooden coffins under NCM 4421.20.00: HS 4421.20 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 wooden coffins
What is the HS code for Wooden coffins?
The HS code for Wooden coffins is 442120 (Wood; coffins). The specific HS code for wooden coffins is 4421.20.
How do I classify Wooden coffins for customs?
Wooden coffins is classified under HS code 442120 — Wood; coffins. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are wooden caskets classified differently than coffins?
No, in the context of the Harmonized System, both wooden caskets and wooden coffins are classified under HS code 4421.20.
Which countries are the top exporters of wooden coffins (HS 442120)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 442120 (the code used for wooden coffins) in UN Comtrade data were China ($172M, 37% of world exports), Poland ($56M) and Mexico ($35M). World exports came to about $466M, 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 wooden coffins (HS 442120)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 442120 (the code used for wooden coffins) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($95M, 20% of world imports), Japan ($91M) and Germany ($71M). World imports came to about $473M, 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 Wooden coffins the same in all countries?
The base HS code 442120 for Wooden coffins 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 wooden coffins in Brazil?
In Brazil, wooden coffins (HS 442120) is classified under NCM 4421.20.00.