Wood; assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75

HS v2017 Code: 441879

About wood; assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75

HS code 441879 covers a diverse range of wood-based flooring products that are not classified under other specific headings. These assembled flooring panels are an important component of the global construction and home improvement industries, providing durable and aesthetically pleasing options for residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The production and trade of these products play a significant role in the broader wood processing and furniture manufacturing sectors, contributing to economic activity and employment worldwide.

Production process

The production of assembled flooring panels classified under HS code 441879 typically involves the assembly of individual wood components, such as planks, strips, or tiles, into larger panels. This process may utilize various techniques, including tongue-and-groove joinery, adhesive bonding, and mechanical fastening. The panels are often pre-finished, with surface treatments like staining, lacquering, or lamination, to enhance their durability and aesthetic appeal.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 441879 products include raw wood materials, such as hardwoods or softwoods, adhesives, and finishing materials. Manufacturers may also utilize specialized machinery and equipment for cutting, shaping, and assembling the wood components. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce capable of operating production equipment and ensuring quality control throughout the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 441879 is assembled flooring panels, which are then consumed by the construction, home improvement, and furniture industries. These panels may be used in a variety of applications, including residential and commercial flooring, as well as in the production of 442190 Wood; articles n.e.c. in chapter 44 and 940169 Furniture; n.e.c. in chapter 94.

Revisions to 441879

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 441879. The most recent 1 version of this code (441879) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 441879 ( HS v2017).

Older versions

Family tree for wood; assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75

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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/v2017/4418'>4418: Builders' joinery and carpentry of wood, including cellular wood panels, assembled flooring panels, shingles and shakes</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441879'>441879: Wood; assembled flooring panels, n.e.c in headings 4418.73, 4418.74 or 4418.75</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441810'>441810: Wood; windows, French-windows and their frames</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441820'>441820: Wood; doors and their frames and thresholds</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441840'>441840: Wood; shuttering for concrete constructional work</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441850'>441850: Wood; shingles and shakes</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441860'>441860: Wood; posts and beams</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441873'>441873: Wood; assembled flooring panels, of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441874'>441874: Wood; assembled flooring panels, not of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo, for mosaic floors</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441875'>441875: Wood; assembled flooring panels, not of bamboo or with at least the top layer (wear layer) of bamboo, multilayer</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441891'>441891: Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, of bamboo</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/441899'>441899: Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, other than of bamboo</a>"]

    

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