Product classification
HS code for Wood frames: 4414.90
Wooden frames, for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects, not of tropical wood.
Classification of wood frames under HS 4414.90
Wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors, or similar objects are classified under HS code 4414.90, provided they are not made from tropical wood. This classification is governed by the specific language of heading 4414, which is dedicated exclusively to wooden frames. Under the Harmonized System, the material composition is the primary driver for classification. For frames, the system distinguishes between those made of tropical wood (4414.10) and those made of other wood species (4414.90). The classification applies to frames of any shape or size, whether assembled or not, and whether or not they are fitted with glass, backings, or supports. If a frame is imported with a mirror or artwork, General Interpretative Rule 3(b) is often considered; however, heading 4414 is specifically intended for the wooden border itself. The professional classification must ensure that the wood species is verified, as the presence of tropical woods like Teak, Mahogany, or Rosewood would shift the classification to the 4414.10 subheading.
- Covers
- Wooden picture frames
- Wooden photograph frames
- Wooden mirror frames
- Unassembled wooden frame kits
- Decorative wooden borders for artwork
- Also under 4414.90
- IKEA Ribba frames
- Nielsen Bainbridge frames
- Larson-Juhl non-tropical frames
- Pottery Barn wooden frames
Codes often confused with 4414.90
Common mistake. A common misclassification occurs with HS code 7009.92, which covers framed glass mirrors. If the mirror is the primary component, it may fall under Chapter 70. Additionally, frames made of tropical wood are often incorrectly placed in 4414.90 instead of the correct 4414.10. General wooden decorative items might also be wrongly classified under 4421.99 (other articles of wood).
Top exporters and importers of HS 441490 (the code used for wood frames), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441490 (the code used for wood frames) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 49% 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 441490, not only wood frames.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $446M 49% of world exports
- 2 Poland $95M 10% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $52M 5.7% of world exports
World total: $915M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $176M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $105M 13% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $63M 7.7% of world imports
World total: $819M 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.
Brazil NCM code for wood frames
Brazil classifies wood frames under NCM 4414.90.00: HS 4414.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
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 wood frames
What is the HS code for Wood frames?
The HS code for Wood frames is 441490 (Wooden frames; for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects; not of tropical wood). The HS code for wooden frames made of non-tropical wood is 4414.90.
How do I classify Wood frames for customs?
Wood frames is classified under HS code 441490 — Wooden frames; for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects; not of tropical wood. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the HS code change if the frame includes glass?
Generally, if the item is sold as a frame for the user to insert a photo, it remains 4414.90. If it is a complete mirror unit, it may be classified under 7009.
Which countries are the top exporters of wood frames (HS 441490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441490 (the code used for wood frames) in UN Comtrade data were China ($446M, 49% of world exports), Poland ($95M) and the Netherlands ($52M). World exports came to about $915M, 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 wood frames (HS 441490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441490 (the code used for wood frames) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($176M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($105M) and the United Kingdom ($63M). World imports came to about $819M, 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.
Is the HS code for Wood frames the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441490 for Wood frames is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for wood frames in Brazil?
In Brazil, wood frames (HS 441490) is classified under NCM 4414.90.00.