4414 - Wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects:

This HTS category, 4414, encompasses wooden frames specifically designed for the display of paintings, photographs, mirrors, and similar decorative or functional objects. The defining characteristic is the material – wood – and the primary purpose – framing. This includes ready-made frames as well as components intended for assembly into such frames, provided their nature as framing material is evident.

Category 4414 is situated within Chapter 44, "Wood and articles of wood." It distinguishes itself from other wood-related categories by its specific focus on framing applications. For instance, while other categories might cover rough lumber, finished wood products like furniture parts, or even decorative wood articles, 4414 is reserved solely for items whose form and function are dedicated to framing. It is distinct from categories covering finished goods like framed mirrors or paintings, which would be classified elsewhere based on the primary component or object.

Within this category, further distinctions are made based on the type of wood. Subcategory 4414.10.00.00 specifically addresses frames made "Of tropical wood," requiring identification and verification of the wood species. All other wooden frames not falling under this specific designation are classified under subcategory 4414.90.00.00, "Other." This hierarchical structure allows for granular tariff application based on material origin.