Wood; non-coniferous, split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, pointed but not sawn lengthwise; sticks for umbrellas, tool handles etc, roughly trimmed but not turned or bent; chipwood etc, hoopwood

HS code 440420 covers a diverse range of non-coniferous wood products that are used in a variety of applications, from construction and fencing to tool handles and other household items. This industry plays a crucial role in the global timber trade, providing essential raw materials for a wide range of downstream industries and contributing to the overall economic activity in the forestry and wood processing sectors.

The production of goods under HS code 440420 typically involves the harvesting and processing of non-coniferous trees, such as hardwoods and tropical species. The wood is first cut into logs or billets, which are then split, peeled, or otherwise shaped into the desired products, such as poles, piles, pickets, and stakes. These items may be further trimmed, but they are not sawn lengthwise or subjected to more advanced woodworking techniques like turning or bending.

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 440420 include non-coniferous timber, which is the primary raw material. Additionally, specialized tools and machinery, such as chainsaws, splitting wedges, and trimming equipment, are necessary for the various processing steps. Labor, transportation, and energy resources are also important inputs in this industry.

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 440420 include a wide range of non-coniferous wood products, such as split poles, piles, pickets, stakes, and sticks for umbrellas and tool handles. These items may be used in construction, fencing, gardening, and other applications. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by industries covered by other HS codes, such as 441820 Wood; builders' joinery and carpentry of wood, including cellular wood panels, assembled flooring panels, shingles and shakes, 442010 Wood; articles of furniture, and 460120 Plaiting materials, plaited products and articles of plaiting materials; mats, matting and screens of vegetable materials, among others.