HS Code for Inlaid wood

Inlaid wood and wood marquetry are classified under HS code 4420.90. This classification is part of Chapter 44, which covers wood and articles of wood. Heading 4420 is specifically reserved for wood marquetry and inlaid wood; caskets and cases for jewelry or cutlery, and similar articles; statuettes and other ornaments; and wooden articles of furniture not falling in Chapter 94. The subheading 4420.90 is the residual category for these decorative items. Inlaid wood involves a technique where pieces of different colored woods, or other materials like ivory or mother-of-pearl, are set into the surface of a wooden object to create a pattern or picture. This classification is determined by the decorative and finished nature of the article, distinguishing it from standard joinery or carpentry work used in construction.

Products Included

• Wood marquetry panels
• Inlaid jewelry boxes and caskets
• Wooden bowls with decorative inlays
• Small wooden ornaments and statuettes
• Wooden cases for musical instruments (if not specifically elsewhere)

Common Misclassification

Inlaid wood is frequently misclassified under HS code 4421.99, which is a general category for "other" articles of wood. However, if the item features marquetry or is a decorative case/statuette, 4420.90 is more specific and must be used. Another common error involves furniture; if an inlaid wood item is a large piece of furniture (like a dining table), it must be classified under Chapter 94 (e.g., 9403.30), as 4420 only covers "small" articles of furniture that are not considered standard furniture items.

FAQ

What is the HS code for inlaid wood?

The HS code for inlaid wood and wood marquetry articles is 4420.90.

Is an inlaid wooden table classified under 4420.90?

No, large furniture items like tables are classified under Chapter 94 (9403), even if they feature wood inlays or marquetry.