Cumaru Wood Picture Frame Molding from Japan
Dense cumaru tropical hardwood molding with ornate beaded and rounded profiles for picture frame construction. Falls under HTS 4409.22.50.90 as nonconiferous tropical 'other' wood moldings continuously shaped along edges and faces. Not assembled, distinguishing it from Chapter 44 joinery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare exact dimensions to confirm molding vs strip classification
• Use heat-treated pallets for ISPM-15 compliance
• Differentiate from flooring friezes in entry summary