Find HS Code and trade information for wooden handicrafts

Wooden Handicrafts

Wooden handicrafts encompass a broad range of objects made from wood, shaped and decorated for aesthetic or functional purposes. The creation of these items often involves skilled manual labor and artistic design.

Material

The primary material is wood, sourced from diverse tree species, both hardwood and softwood.

• Hardwoods: (e.g., oak, maple, walnut, cherry, rosewood, ebony) are denser, more durable, and generally used for furniture, carving, and items requiring strength and longevity.
• Softwoods: (e.g., pine, cedar, fir, spruce) are lighter, easier to work with, and frequently used for decorative items, toys, and less structurally demanding pieces.
• Other Woods: Bamboo, balsa, and various regional species are also utilized.
• Finishes: Wood is often treated with finishes like varnish, lacquer, paint, oil, wax, or stain to protect it, enhance its appearance, and improve its durability.

Purpose & Function

Wooden handicrafts serve a multitude of purposes:

• Decorative: Sculptures, carvings, ornaments, wall art, and figurines.
• Utilitarian: Furniture, kitchenware (bowls, utensils, cutting boards), storage containers, tools, musical instruments.
• Religious/Ceremonial: Masks, idols, ritual objects.
• Toys & Games: Building blocks, puzzles, dolls, spinning tops.

Techniques & Creation

Various techniques are employed:

• Carving: Removing wood to create shapes and designs (relief carving, chip carving, whittling).
• Turning: Using a lathe to shape wood into symmetrical forms (bowls, spindles, legs).
• Joinery: Connecting pieces of wood using techniques like dovetails, mortise and tenon, and wood glue.
• Inlay/Marquetry: Embedding other materials (shell, metal, stone) into wood surfaces.
• Painting/Decorating: Applying paint, stain, or other decorative elements.
• Wood Burning (Pyrography): Using heat to create designs on wood.

Usage Scenarios

• Home Décor: Furniture, wall hangings, decorative objects.
• Gift Giving: Personalized or unique handmade items.
• Cultural/Traditional Settings: Items used in ceremonies or representing cultural heritage.
• Collectibles: Antique or artist-made pieces.
• Educational Toys: Promoting creativity and fine motor skills.

Common Types

• Furniture: Chairs, tables, cabinets, beds, chests.
• Sculptures & Carvings: Animal figures, human forms, abstract designs.
• Kitchenware: Bowls, spoons, cutting boards, salad sets.
• Musical Instruments: Guitars, violins, flutes, drums.
• Toys: Building blocks, puzzles, rocking horses.
• Boxes & Containers: Jewelry boxes, storage chests, decorative boxes.
• Religious Art: Masks, idols, crosses.
• Marquetry/Inlay Work: Decorative panels, boxes, furniture accents.
• Wood Turning: Bowls, vases, spindles, pens.
• Folk Art: Traditional carvings representing local culture and stories.

Wooden handicrafts broadly encompass items made from wood, intended for decorative or functional purposes. The classification depends on the specific type of wood used and the nature of the craft.

Here are the relevant HS codes based on the provided information:

• 4420110010: This HS code covers Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: Of bamboo: Other: Other Of mango wood (Mangifera spp.). This applies to wooden tableware and kitchenware made from bamboo or mango wood. The total tax rate is 33.2%, comprised of a 3.2% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
• 4420190000: This HS code covers Wood marquetry and inlaid wood; caskets and cases for jewelry or cutlery and similar articles, of wood; statuettes and other ornaments, of wood; wooden articles of furniture not falling within chapter 94: Statuettes and other ornaments: Other. This is applicable to wooden statuettes, ornaments, and other decorative items. The total tax rate is 33.2%, comprised of a 3.2% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.

Important Note: The classification of wooden handicrafts is highly dependent on the specific item. If the item is furniture falling within Chapter 94, it would not be classified under 4420190000.