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Maple Wood Picture Frame Molding from Germany

Hard maple wood picture frame molding with reeded profiles, rounded edges, and V-jointed backs, kiln-dried and sanded. HTS 4409.29.51.00 applies to this nonconiferous continuously shaped molding not assembled into frames. Sold to frame manufacturers.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify 'not assembled' status clearly; assembled frames go to 4414 or 4421

• Measure and declare maximum profile dimensions (<12.7mm typical for molding)

• Watch for reclassification to 4414 if rabbet cuts suggest frame completion