HS Code 4401
Fuel wood, wood chips, and sawdust
HS code 4401 covers wood used for fuel, including logs, chips, sawdust, and waste wood processed into pellets or briquettes for energy production.
HS Code 4401 — Fuel wood, wood chips, and sawdust
This code covers wood intended for use as fuel, ranging from logs and twigs to wood chips and particles. It also includes wood waste, scrap, and biomass products like wood pellets or briquettes used for heating.
What's included
- Wood pellets
- Fuel logs
- Wood briquettes
- Wood chips
- Sawdust
What's excluded
- Wood charcoal → use
4402(Charcoal is carbonised wood and has its own heading.) - Treated wood poles → use
4403(Wood in the rough intended for construction.)
Common examples
- Wood pellets for biomass boilers
- Hardwood logs for fireplaces
- Wood chips for industrial fuel
- Compressed sawdust briquettes
Frequently asked questions
Is sawdust used in furniture included?
If it is raw biomass/waste, yes. If it is high-density fibreboard, no.
Are there phytosanitary requirements?
Yes, fuel wood often requires heat treatment and a phytosanitary certificate to prevent pest spread.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 5%
- Documentation: Phytosanitary certificates are almost universally required.
- Typical shipping mode: Bulk
- Top exporters: Viet Nam, United States, Latvia, Canada
- Top importers: United Kingdom, Japan, Italy, Denmark
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Key takeaway
Primary code for biomass and heating wood; requires strict biological compliance.
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