4419 - Tableware and kitchenware, of wood:

HTS Code 4419 encompasses tableware and kitchenware manufactured from wood. This category is designed to classify a variety of articles used in food preparation, serving, and dining, provided their primary material is wood. Examples include wooden plates, bowls, cutting boards, spatulas, spoons, forks, and ladles.

Distinguishing HTS 4419 from its siblings at the Section IX and Chapter 44 level requires focusing on both the material and the function. While other categories in Section IX deal with raw wood, wood charcoal, cork, or other plant-based materials, 4419 specifically addresses finished articles for kitchen or dining use. Unlike categories focusing on structural wood products or decorative wood items, the purpose of items under 4419 is distinctly functional in a culinary context.

Within HTS 4419, subcategories further refine the classification based on specific wood types. The "(blank)" subcategory captures tableware and kitchenware made of bamboo, acknowledging its distinct properties and common use in this product class. HTS 4419.20 specifically designates items made from tropical woods, which may have different trade implications or origins. Finally, HTS 4419.90 serves as a residual category for all other wooden tableware and kitchenware not otherwise specified, ensuring comprehensive coverage.