HS Code 4408
Veneer Sheets and Sliced Wood (≤6mm)
HS code 4408 covers sheets for veneering or plywood, including sliced or peeled wood, providing the thickness does not exceed 6mm for decorative and structural
HS Code 4408 — Veneer Sheets and Sliced Wood (≤6mm)
This code covers thin sheets of wood, 6mm or less in thickness, used for veneering furniture, plywood, or other laminated products. These sheets are typically produced by slicing or peeling logs and can be spliced or end-jointed.
What's included
- Decorative wood veneers
- Plywood face sheets
- Sliced laminated wood
- Marquetry wood sheets
What's excluded
- Sawn wood over 6mm → use
4407(Exceeds the thickness limit for veneer classification.) - Finished plywood panels → use
4412(Finished multi-layer boards are classified as plywood.)
Common examples
- Walnut veneer sheet 0.6mm
- Peeled birch veneer for plywood
- Spliced cherry wood veneer
- Teak veneer for boat interiors
Frequently asked questions
Can veneer contain glue and still be in 4408?
Yes, sheets can be spliced or end-jointed (glued edge-to-edge), but if they are laminated flat surface-to-surface, they become 4412.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 6%
- Documentation: High value-to-weight ratio; ensure wood species names are accurate for CITES checks.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Vietnam, India, Italy
- Top importers: China, United States, Germany
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Key takeaway
Restricted to wood 6mm or thinner; frequently used for high-end furniture and plywood faces.
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