HS Chapter 44 — Wood and articles of wood
Harmonized System classification guide · last updated 2026-10-14
HS Chapter
44
Chapter number
Section
IX
Section name
Typical duty
varies
By subheading & market
HS headings
3
4-digit headings
What Chapter 44 covers
Fuel wood, railway sleepers, wood in the rough, sawn wood, and wooden articles.
Common HS headings in Chapter 44
- 4401 Fuel wood
- 4403 Wood in rough
- 4418 Builders' joinery
Classification notes
Wood state (rough vs sawn vs article) determines the heading.
Frequently asked questions about HS Chapter 44
What Chapter 44 covers
Fuel wood, railway sleepers, wood in the rough, sawn wood, and wooden articles.
Which products are classified under HS Chapter 44?
Common HS headings in Chapter 44 include: 4401 Fuel wood; 4403 Wood in rough; 4418 Builders' joinery.
How do I find the import duty for HS Chapter 44 goods?
Determine the precise 6-digit HS subheading for your product, then check the MFN rate and any preferential rate for your destination market (e.g., China, the United States, the EU). 169e’s country tariff pages list rates per HS chapter.
What should I watch for when classifying HS Chapter 44 products?
Wood state (rough vs sawn vs article) determines the heading.
Related HS chapters
Ch. 45 Cork and articles of cork
Ch. 46 Manufactures of straw, basketware
Ch. 94 Furniture, bedding, luminaires