HS code · 4-digit heading
HS Code 44.14 – Wooden frames; for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects
What HS 44.14 covers
Heading 4414 encompasses wooden frames specifically designed for paintings, photographs, mirrors, or similar objects. This classification includes frames made entirely of wood or predominantly of wood, whether finished or unfinished, and identifiable parts thereof. The scope is quite precise, focusing on the material (wood) and the end-use function (framing for display items). It notably excludes frames made of other materials like plastic or metal, or those where wood is a minor component. Also excluded are rough wooden mouldings that require further processing to become frames; these would typically fall under other Chapter 44 headings for worked wood. Frames that are integral parts of furniture, such as a mirror frame built into a dresser, are also outside this heading, being classified with the furniture itself. This classification is critical for trade compliance because duties, import restrictions, and labeling requirements often vary based on material composition. For instance, wooden frames might be subject to phytosanitary regulations or specific timber legality requirements in certain markets, especially if made from exotic or regulated wood species, impacting their market access. Historically, wooden frames have been a staple in art and interior décor, reflecting both craftsmanship and material availability. Their global trade significance lies in supporting the art, photography, and home furnishing industries. As part of Chapter 44, "Wood and articles of wood," this heading reinforces the chapter's focus on finished wooden products, distinguishing them from raw timber or semi-finished wood articles. The clear functional definition helps prevent ambiguity, ensuring that decorative and functional wooden frames are correctly categorized for customs purposes, influencing trade statistics and revenue collection.
- Covers
- Picture frames of oak
- Photo frames of pine
- Mirror frames of mahogany
- Poster frames of MDF (wood-based)
- Canvas stretcher bars (wooden)
- Wood frame components (e.g., corner pieces, mouldings cut to size)
- Antique wooden frames
- Hand-carved wooden frames
- Gallery frames
- Shadow box frames (wooden)
- Desktop photo frames
- Wall-mounted picture frames
- Custom-sized wooden frames
- Decorative wooden frames
- Simple wooden frames
- Ornate wooden frames
- Art display frames
- Wooden certificate frames
- Wooden puzzle frames
- Wooden collage frames
- Wooden sign frames
- Wooden display case frames
- Examples
A French company imports 5,000 ornate mahogany mirror frames from Indonesia for sale in high-end furniture boutiques across Europe, shipped via container vessel through the Suez Canal. An American e-commerce retailer sources 20,000 minimalist pine photo frames from Vietnam, transported by ocean freight to fulfillment centers on the West Coast, targeting budget-conscious consumers. A UK art gallery imports custom-made oak canvas stretcher bars and unfinished wooden picture frame mouldings from Poland, utilizing overland truck transport within the EU for quick turnaround on exhibition pieces. A Japanese home decor chain imports decorative wooden frames for posters and certificates from China, shipped in bulk via container to major ports like Tokyo and Osaka, catering to the mass market.
Subheadings under 44.14 2
Codes often confused with 44.14
Common mistake. A common mistake is classifying wooden mouldings not yet cut or assembled into frames under 4414. These rough mouldings, intended for further processing, typically fall under 4409 (Wood (including strips and friezes for parquet flooring, not assembled) continuously shaped...). Another error is classifying frames made of composite materials with a wood veneer, which might be mistaken for "wooden frames" but should be classified based on their predominant material or under specific headings for composite articles. Frames that are integral parts of furniture, such as a mirror attached to a dresser, would be classified with the furniture under Chapter 94, not 4414, as their primary function is part of a piece of furniture.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 4414, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 4414 in UN Comtrade data was China, with 45% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 21% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $447M 45% of world exports
- 2 Poland $96M 9.7% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $53M 5.4% of world exports
World total: $990M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $189M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $110M 12% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $69M 7.9% of world imports
World total: $879M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product category is subject to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Importers must provide due diligence statements proving the product was not produced on deforested land after December 31, 2020.
This product is covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), requiring operators to exercise due diligence to minimize the risk of placing illegally harvested timber on the EU market.
Questions about HS 44.14
What is HS code 4414?
HS code 4414 is a 4-digit heading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wooden frames; for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects. Heading 4414 encompasses wooden frames specifically designed for paintings, photographs, mirrors, or similar objects. This classification includes frames made entirely of wood or predominantly of wood, whether finished or unfinished, and identifiable parts thereof. The scope is quite precise, focusing on the material (wood) and the end-use function (framing for display items). It notably excludes frames made of other materials like plastic or metal, or those where wood is a minor component. Also excluded are rough wooden mouldings that require further processing to become frames; these would typically fall under other Chapter 44 headings for worked wood. Frames that are integral parts of furniture, such as a mirror frame built into a dresser, are also outside this heading, being classified with the furniture itself. This classification is critical for trade compliance because duties, import restrictions, and labeling requirements often vary based on material composition. For instance, wooden frames might be subject to phytosanitary regulations or specific timber legality requirements in certain markets, especially if made from exotic or regulated wood species, impacting their market access. Historically, wooden frames have been a staple in art and interior décor, reflecting both craftsmanship and material availability. Their global trade significance lies in supporting the art, photography, and home furnishing industries. As part of Chapter 44, "Wood and articles of wood," this heading reinforces the chapter's focus on finished wooden products, distinguishing them from raw timber or semi-finished wood articles. The clear functional definition helps prevent ambiguity, ensuring that decorative and functional wooden frames are correctly categorized for customs purposes, influencing trade statistics and revenue collection.
What products fall under HS code 4414?
Picture frames of oak, Photo frames of pine, Mirror frames of mahogany, Poster frames of MDF (wood-based), Canvas stretcher bars (wooden), Wood frame components (e.g., corner pieces, mouldings cut to size), Antique wooden frames, Hand-carved wooden frames, Gallery frames, Shadow box frames (wooden), Desktop photo frames, Wall-mounted picture frames, Custom-sized wooden frames, Decorative wooden frames, Simple wooden frames, Ornate wooden frames, Art display frames, Wooden certificate frames, Wooden puzzle frames, Wooden collage frames, Wooden sign frames, Wooden display case frames
What are common misclassifications for HS code 4414?
A common mistake is classifying wooden mouldings not yet cut or assembled into frames under 4414. These rough mouldings, intended for further processing, typically fall under 4409 (Wood (including strips and friezes for parquet flooring, not assembled) continuously shaped...). Another error is classifying frames made of composite materials with a wood veneer, which might be mistaken for "wooden frames" but should be classified based on their predominant material or under specific headings for composite articles. Frames that are integral parts of furniture, such as a mirror attached to a dresser, would be classified with the furniture under Chapter 94, not 4414, as their primary function is part of a piece of furniture.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 4414?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 4414 in UN Comtrade data were China ($447M, 45% of world exports), Poland ($96M) and the Netherlands ($53M). World exports came to about $990M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 4414?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 4414 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($189M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($110M) and the United Kingdom ($69M). World imports came to about $879M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 4414 structured?
HS code 4414 is a 4-digit heading under Chapter 44 of the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (44) identify the chapter, and digits 3-4 (14) specify the heading. This code contains multiple 6-digit subheadings for precise product classification.