Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous

HS v2017 Code: 440611

About wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous

HS code 440611 covers the classification of coniferous wood railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) that have not been impregnated. These sleepers are a critical component of railway infrastructure, providing the foundation upon which tracks are laid. The production and trade of these sleepers is an important part of the global timber and construction industries, supporting the development and maintenance of transportation networks worldwide.

Production process

The production of coniferous wood sleepers typically involves sawing and shaping logs into the required dimensions. The wood is then dried, either naturally or through kiln-drying, to reduce moisture content. Depending on the intended use, the sleepers may undergo additional processing such as surface planing or profiling to ensure a precise fit within the railway system.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of HS code 440611 sleepers are coniferous logs, typically sourced from softwood tree species such as pine, fir, or spruce. Specialized woodworking machinery, including saws, planers, and drying equipment, are also essential inputs. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce to operate the production equipment and ensure quality control.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 440611 is coniferous wood railway or tramway sleepers, which are used to support and stabilize railway tracks. These sleepers are then consumed by the 440690 (Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated) industry, as well as the broader 4406 (Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties)) sector.

Revisions to 440611

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 440611. The most recent 1 version of this code (440611) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 440611 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/44'>44: Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/4406'>4406: Railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties) of wood</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440611'>440611: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, coniferous</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440612'>440612: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), not impregnated, non-coniferous</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440691'>440691: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), impregnated, coniferous</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/440692'>440692: Wood; railway or tramway sleepers (cross-ties), impregnated, non-coniferous</a>"]

    

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