Product classification
HS code for Wooden picture frames: 4414.90
Wooden frames, for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects, not of tropical wood.
Classification of wooden picture frames under HS 4414.90
Wooden picture frames are classified under HS code 4414.90. This code belongs to Chapter 44, which covers wood and articles of wood. Heading 4414 is specifically dedicated to wooden frames for paintings, photographs, mirrors, or similar objects. The subheading 4414.90 is a residual category for frames made of wood species other than tropical wood. Classification is straightforward under GRI 1, as the heading specifically names the product. The frames can be of any shape or size and may be fitted with glass, backing, or hanging hardware, provided the essential character of the article is the wooden frame itself. If the frame is imported with a mirror already installed, it is still classified here under 4414, rather than as a mirror in Chapter 70, because the frame is considered the defining component for this specific heading. The distinction between 4414.10 (tropical wood) and 4414.90 (other wood) is critical for environmental regulations and duty rates. Common woods like pine, oak, and poplar fall under 4414.90.
- Covers
- Wooden frames for photographs and portraits
- Wooden frames for oil paintings and canvases
- Wooden frames for wall mirrors
- Wooden certificate and diploma frames
- Wooden shadow boxes for displaying memorabilia
- 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. The most common misclassification is using 4414.10 for frames made of non-tropical wood. Importers must verify the wood species to ensure they do not incorrectly claim tropical origin. Another error involves plastic frames that look like wood; these must be classified under 3924.90 or 3926.90. Additionally, if a frame is imported with a high-value original artwork, the artwork itself (Chapter 97) may dictate the classification of the entire unit, although the frame can sometimes be classified separately if it is of a kind not normally used for the article.
Top exporters and importers of HS 441490 (the code used for wooden picture frames), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 441490 (the code used for wooden picture 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 wooden picture 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 wooden picture frames
Brazil classifies wooden picture 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 wooden picture frames
What is the HS code for Wooden picture frames?
The HS code for Wooden picture frames is 441490 (Wooden frames; for paintings, photographs, mirrors or similar objects; not of tropical wood). The HS code for wooden frames for pictures or mirrors made of non-tropical wood is 4414.90.
How do I classify Wooden picture frames for customs?
Wooden picture 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?
No, wooden frames imported with glass are still classified under 4414.90, as the frame is the primary article being classified.
Which countries are the top exporters of wooden picture frames (HS 441490)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 441490 (the code used for wooden picture 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 wooden picture frames (HS 441490)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 441490 (the code used for wooden picture 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 Wooden picture frames the same in all countries?
The base HS code 441490 for Wooden picture 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 wooden picture frames in Brazil?
In Brazil, wooden picture frames (HS 441490) is classified under NCM 4414.90.00.