Pine Wood Venetian Blinds
Horizontal slatted blinds made entirely from pine wood, including wooden tilt rods and ladders but excluding metal hardware. These classify under HTS 4421.99.4000 as 'other' wood blinds with or without hardware, distinct from bamboo or rattan shades in other subheadings.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| ๐จ๐ณChina | 5.1% | +12.5% | 17.6% |
| ๐ฒ๐ฝMexico | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
| ๐จ๐ฆCanada | 5.1% | +10.0% | 15.1% |
| ๐ฉ๐ชGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| ๐ฏ๐ตJapan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from bamboo or rattan
Bamboo and rattan blinds fall under specific bamboo subheading per Chapter 44 notes on woody materials.
If plastic slats predominate
Blinds primarily of plastic are classified in Chapter 39 as plastic shutters/screens, not wood articles.
If glass panels comprise main working surface
Glass bead curtains or screens take precedence under Chapter 70 glass articles over wood frames.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
โข Verify wood species origin documentation to avoid misclassification under coniferous vs non-coniferous wood headings
โข Include detailed photos and material breakdowns in entry docs to confirm 'wood blinds' status over general wood articles
โข Check for hardware content; if metal exceeds incidental, may require separate Chapter 83 classification
Related Products under HTS 4421.99.40.00
Oak Wood Shutter Panels
Interior plantation-style shutter panels crafted from solid oak wood with wooden louvers and frames. Falls under HTS 4421.99.4000 as 'other' wooden shutters, separate from furniture or building materials.
Cedar Wood Privacy Screens
Freestanding folding screens made of aromatic cedar wood lattice panels for room dividers. Classified in HTS 4421.99.4000 as 'other' wood screens, emphasizing movable decorative function over permanent partitions.
Maple Wood Roman Shades
Fabric-lined Roman shades with wooden slats and lift mechanisms made from maple hardwood. HTS 4421.99.4000 covers these as 'other' wood shades where wood forms the structural slats.
Walnut Wood Adjustable Blinds
Custom-cut walnut wood blinds with adjustable wooden slats for light control. Qualifies under HTS 4421.99.4000 as other wood blinds, valued for premium hardwood aesthetics.
Birch Wood Folding Screens
Three-panel birch wood shoji-style screens with rice paper inserts framed in lightweight birch. HTS 4421.99.4000 includes these as wood screens where frame provides primary structure.
Teak Wood Outdoor Shades
Rolldown teak wood slat shades for patio coverage, manually operated. Classified HTS 4421.99.4000 as wood shades suitable for exterior decorative use.