4414.10.00.00 - Of tropical wood

HTS 4414.10.00.00 specifically classifies wooden frames designed for paintings, photographs, mirrors, or similar decorative or functional objects, where the wood utilized originates from tropical regions. This distinction is crucial for trade purposes, as it identifies frames made from specific timber species typically found in tropical climates, such as teak, mahogany, or rosewood. The classification hinges on the origin of the wood material, not necessarily the country of manufacture for the finished frame.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 4414.90.00.00 ("Other"), by the explicit requirement for the wood to be of tropical origin. Therefore, wooden frames made from non-tropical woods, such as pine, oak, or maple, would fall under the "Other" category. The defining characteristic for 4414.10.00.00 is thus the sourcing of the timber, providing a specific tariff treatment for these particular frames.

As this HTS code is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification within this code is definitive based on the presence of a wooden frame for the specified purposes and the origin of that wood being tropical. Importers and exporters should verify the species of wood used and its tropical origin to ensure accurate classification.