Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner)

HS v2017 Code: 441299

About plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner)

HS code 441299 covers a diverse range of engineered wood products, including plywood, veneered panels, and other laminated wood materials. These products play a crucial role in the construction, furniture, and packaging industries, providing versatile and durable solutions for a wide range of applications. As a key component of the global timber trade, the 441299 industry contributes significantly to the broader economy, supporting employment and economic growth in both developed and developing countries.

Production process

The production of goods classified under HS code 441299 typically involves a multi-step process. The primary raw material is wood, which is first processed into thin veneer sheets. These sheets are then layered and bonded together using adhesives, heat, and pressure to create the desired laminated structure. The specific techniques used may vary depending on the type of product, but often include techniques such as hot pressing, cold pressing, and various finishing processes to achieve the desired surface characteristics and dimensions.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of 441299 goods include wood veneers, adhesives, and specialized machinery. The wood veneers can be sourced from a variety of tree species, with factors such as grain pattern, strength, and appearance influencing the choice of raw material. Adhesives, such as urea-formaldehyde or phenol-formaldehyde resins, are used to bond the veneer layers together. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment for tasks like cutting, pressing, and finishing the laminated wood products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the 441299 industry are plywood, veneered panels, and other laminated wood products. These materials are widely used in the construction industry for applications such as 441820 Doors and their frames and thresholds, of wood, 441840 Wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects, and 442010 Statuettes and other ornamental articles, of wood. The industry's outputs are also consumed by the furniture manufacturing sector, as well as the packaging and transportation industries.

Revisions to 441299

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 441299. The most recent 6 versions of this code (441299) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 441299 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner)

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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/v2017/4412'>4412: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441299'>441299: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood (other than blockboard, laminboard and battenboard, other than of bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441210'>441210: Plywood, veneered panels and similar laminated wood; of bamboo</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441231'>441231: Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with at least one outer ply of tropical wood</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441233'>441233: Plywood; with sheets of wood only; not bamboo; each ply 6mm or less, with at least one outer ply of alder, ash, beech, birch, cherry, chestnut, elm, eucalyptus, hickory, horse chestnut, lime, maple, oak, plane, poplar, aspen, robinia, tulipwood or walnut</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441234'>441234: Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with at least one outer ply of non-coniferous wood not listed in subheading 4412.33</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441239'>441239: Plywood; consisting only of sheets of wood (not bamboo), each ply 6mm or thinner, with both outer plies of coniferous wood</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441294'>441294: Blockboard, laminboard and battenboard (not bamboo, and other than plywood consisting only of sheets of wood each ply 6mm or thinner)</a>"]

    

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