Ipe Canvas Frame from Japan
Heavy-duty rectangular frame from Ipe, a Brazilian tropical hardwood prized for outdoor durability, built to stretch and support artist canvases. Weather-resistant finish suits gallery or patio display. HTS 4414.10.00.00 covers tropical wood frames for paintings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ipe's density requires special packing; declare weight accurately to avoid freight disputes
• Include mill certificates proving <3% binder content if any agglomeration used
• Check Lacey Act declarations for tropical species harvest documentation compliance