U.S. imports of Beech Wood in the Rough, Other (Cross-Section Under 15 cm) (HS 440394) totaled $35K in August 2026, imported from 1 country.
Beech Wood in the Rough, Other (Cross-Section Under 15 cm) imports of $35K in August 2026 ran 605% above the year-to-date monthly average of $5K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSmaller-dimension beech roundwood — poles, billets, and roughly squared pieces with all cross-sectional dimensions under 15 cm — falls here, covering material typically destined for pulp, energy, or secondary processing rather than primary sawmilling. Canada and the United Kingdom are the recorded US suppliers, a notably different origin profile from the large-dimension beech heading dominated by Germany. The cross-section boundary between this heading (4403940100) and heading 440393 is a frequent classification question, and importers should document piece dimensions systematically to avoid misclassification.
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2 import shipments a month
Yes. If a shipment contains pieces both at or above 15 cm and below 15 cm in cross-section, each portion should be classified and declared separately. Commingling without segregation can complicate entry and may prompt CBP to request measurement documentation or a binding ruling.
Sub-15 cm beech material is commonly used for pulpwood, biomass energy, charcoal production, and as feedstock for engineered wood products. It may also be processed into turned components or tool handles. The smaller dimension makes it less suitable for primary lumber production, which is why it commands a different commercial price than sawlog-grade beech.
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Low of 7 reported months · imports
Low · free accountFewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 7 of 12 months reported, exports 0 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 15 of 19 in heading 4403
Subheading 440394 · $35K of $12.2M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4403940100 | Beech Rough, Not Treated, Cross Section Lt 15cm | $35K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Imports · August 2026
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100.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.