What types of wood are covered under HS-4 4408?

HS-4 4408 covers coniferous and tropical wood sheets for veneering, plywood, and similar laminated products, not exceeding 6 mm in thickness.

How do I know if my wood is coniferous or tropical?

Coniferous wood typically comes from evergreen trees like pines and firs, while tropical wood includes species from warmer climates, such as mahogany and teak.

What should I do if my wood product doesn't fit the specific subheadings?

If your wood product doesn't match the specific types listed, consider using **HS-6 440890**, which covers wood not elsewhere classified in heading 4408.

Are there any thickness requirements for HS-4 4408?

Yes, all products classified under HS-4 4408 must have a thickness not exceeding 6 mm.

Can I use HS-4 4408 for wood that is not planed or sanded?

Yes, HS-4 4408 includes wood that is not planed or sanded, as long as it meets the thickness requirement and is suitable for veneering or plywood.

HS-4 · Heading

4408 — Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm

Chapter 44: Wood and articles of wood

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 4408 when importing sheets for veneering, such as thin slices of wood for plywood or similar laminated products. For example, if you're shipping coniferous wood sheets that are 5 mm thick for furniture manufacturing, this is the right code.

When deciding among the subheadings, consider the type of wood. HS-6 440810 is specifically for coniferous wood, while HS-6 440831 is for tropical woods like dark red meranti. If your product doesn't fit these specific types, you may need HS-6 440839 or HS-6 440890 for other tropical or unspecified wood types.

If your shipment includes a mix of wood types, ensure you classify it correctly. For instance, if you're importing a blend of tropical woods that aren't specifically listed in HS-6 440831, you would use HS-6 440839. If the wood is not tropical or coniferous, HS-6 440890 is your option.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 4408 · wood sheets for veneering · plywood sheets · coniferous wood · tropical wood · sawn wood · sliced wood · veneer sheets · laminated wood · wood thickness under 6 mm

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Coniferous wood sheets for furniture making, 5 mm thick
Tropical wood sheets like dark red meranti for cabinetry
Mixed tropical wood sheets, not exceeding 6 mm, for flooring
Non-specific wood sheets for plywood production, 4 mm thick

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What is HS-4 4408 used for?
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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of wood are covered under HS-4 4408?: HS-4 4408 covers coniferous and tropical wood sheets for veneering, plywood, and similar laminated products, not exceeding 6 mm in thickness.
How do I know if my wood is coniferous or tropical?: Coniferous wood typically comes from evergreen trees like pines and firs, while tropical wood includes species from warmer climates, such as mahogany and teak.
What should I do if my wood product doesn't fit the specific subheadings?: If your wood product doesn't match the specific types listed, consider using **HS-6 440890**, which covers wood not elsewhere classified in heading 4408.
Are there any thickness requirements for HS-4 4408?: Yes, all products classified under HS-4 4408 must have a thickness not exceeding 6 mm.
Can I use HS-4 4408 for wood that is not planed or sanded?: Yes, HS-4 4408 includes wood that is not planed or sanded, as long as it meets the thickness requirement and is suitable for veneering or plywood.

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