HS Codes — Wood & Wood Products

An HS (Harmonized System) code is a standardized product number used by customs worldwide to classify goods in international trade. It tells authorities what you are shipping so they can apply the right duties, restrictions and statistics.

The international HS standard uses 6 digits shared by most countries. Many countries then add extra digits for national tariffs - for example the US HTS often goes to 10 digits. This reference focuses on the common chapter and heading structure.

HS is the global WCO standard. HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) is the US extension of HS. “Commodity code” is a general term for the national code used on a declaration - it usually starts with the 6-digit HS and adds local digits.

Start with the product section on the left, then search by description or a partial code. Match the most specific heading that describes the goods. When duty or compliance is at stake, confirm the final code with your broker or the official tariff of the destination country.

No. This is a planning reference to help you browse and search HS sections. Binding classification, duty rates and licensing rules always come from the current tariff and customs authority for each country of import or export.