Decision No.4912 on Eligible Timber, Rattan and Bamboo Products for Export .

This Ministerial Decision provides the definitive list of processed wood, rattan, and bamboo products permitted for export from the Lao PDR. It serves as a technical standard to ensure that only value-added, finished, or semi-finished products are traded internationally, effectively prohibiting the export of raw logs and minimally processed timber. The Decision aims to promote domestic industrialization, increase the economic value of natural resources, and ensure compliance with sustainable forest management practices.
Specifically, the Decision contains detailed technical specifications and visual annexes for various product categories, including parquet flooring, molded wood, furniture components, and woven rattan handicrafts. It mandates that all exported items must meet specific dimensions and processing quality standards to be certified by the Department of Forestry and the Department of Industry and Handicrafts. By providing clear visual and technical benchmarks, the Decision helps customs officials and businesses distinguish between legal finished goods and illegal raw timber.