Wood; marquetry and inlaid wood, caskets and cases for jewellery or cutlery and similar articles of wood, wooden articles of furniture not falling in chapter 94

HS code 442090 covers a diverse range of wood products, including marquetry, inlaid wood, caskets, jewelry boxes, and other wooden articles not classified under Chapter 94 of the Harmonized System. This industry plays a vital role in the global furniture and decorative arts sectors, providing unique and high-quality wood products that cater to a wide range of consumer and industrial needs.

The production of goods under HS code 442090 typically involves skilled craftsmanship and specialized techniques. Marquetry and inlaid wood products are created by carefully selecting and arranging thin veneers of different wood species to form intricate patterns and designs. Caskets and jewelry boxes are often constructed using traditional joinery methods, such as dovetailing and mortise-and-tenon joints, to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal. Other wooden articles may be produced through a combination of woodworking, finishing, and assembly processes.

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 442090 include high-quality raw wood materials, such as hardwoods and exotic species, as well as specialized tools and equipment for woodworking, finishing, and assembly. Manufacturers may also rely on adhesives, hardware components (e.g., hinges, locks), and various finishing materials (e.g., stains, lacquers) to create the desired products.

The outputs of the industry covered by HS code 442090 include a wide range of decorative and functional wood products, such as 442010 Wood; marquetry and inlaid wood, 442090 Caskets and cases for jewellery or cutlery and similar articles of wood, and other wooden articles not classified under Chapter 94 (e.g., wooden boxes, trays, and decorative items). These products are often consumed by the 940000 Furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, not elsewhere specified or included; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings industry, as well as the 711310 Jewelry and parts thereof; of precious metal or of metal clad with precious metal and 821000 Cutlery; sets of assorted articles industries.