## Common ground
All options are types of photo frames classified by their primary material or special feature.
## Options at a glance
**3924.90 – Plastic frame**
- **Defining trait:** Made primarily from plastic, often lightweight and mass-produced.
- **Typical examples:** Disposable desktop frames, budget wall frames.
- **Best fit when:** The frame is made of synthetic polymer (e.g., PVC, ABS) with no significant metal or natural material content.
**4205.00 – Leather or composition leather frame**
- **Defining trait:** Uses genuine or artificial leather as the main covering or structure.
- **Typical examples:** Luxury wall frames with leather wrap, vintage-style photo albums.
- **Best fit when:** The frame has a soft, flexible, or textured surface resembling real or synthetic leather.
**4414 – Wooden frame**
- **Defining trait:** Constructed from natural wood (solid or veneered).
- **Typical examples:** Rustic wall frames, antique-style picture frames.
- **Best fit when:** The frame is visibly made of wood grain, sawn timber, or wood-based panels.
**6913.10 – Porcelain or china frame**
- **Defining trait:** Made from fired ceramic material with a glossy, hard finish; often decorative.
- **Typical examples:** Ornamental frames with floral designs, porcelain tiles used as frames.
- **Best fit when:** The frame is brittle, glazed, and resembles fine ceramics.
**6913.90 – Ceramic frame**
- **Defining trait:** Made from non-glossy or utilitarian ceramic; may be unglazed or coarse.
- **Typical examples:** Handmade pottery frames, rustic ceramic wall art.
- **Best fit when:** The material feels porous or rough, not glossy like porcelain.
**7013.10,7013.9X – Glass frame**
- **Defining trait:** Uses glass as the primary structural or display surface (e.g., glass front or frame body).
- **Typical examples:** Frame with a glass panel, mirror-like photo display.
- **Best fit when:** The frame has transparent or reflective glass as a key component.
**7114 – Jewellery/metal-inlaid frame**
- **Defining trait:** Incorporates precious metal, gemstones, or jewellery elements.
- **Typical examples:** Gold-plated frames with diamonds, framed engagement photos.
- **Best fit when:** The frame contains visible precious metals (gold/silver) or gems.
**8306.30 – Base metal frame**
- **Defining trait:** Made from iron, steel, aluminum, or other non-precious metals.
- **Typical examples:** Industrial-style frames, minimalist black metal stands.
- **Best fit when:** The frame is metallic but not gold/silver-plated or gem-encrusted.
## Key differences
| Option | Material Type | Surface Finish | Decorative Elements | Use Case |
|-------|----------------|------------------|------------------------|----------|
| 3924.90 | Plastic | Smooth, matte, or glossy | None | Low-cost, everyday use |
| 4205.00 | Leather | Soft, textured | Minimal | Luxury, vintage style |
| 4414 | Wood | Natural grain | Carved details | Traditional, rustic |
| 6913.10 | Porcelain | Glossy, hard | Decorative glaze | Artistic, fine decor |
| 6913.90 | Ceramic | Matte, porous | Handmade look | Craft, artisanal |
| 7013.10/9X | Glass | Transparent, reflective | None | Display clarity |
| 7114 | Precious metal/jewellery | Shiny, ornate | Gems, gold/silver | High-end, gift |
| 8306.30 | Base metal | Dull, metallic | Minimal | Modern, industrial |
## How to choose
- Is the frame made of wood? → 4414
- Is it primarily glass or transparent? → 7013.10/9X
- Does it contain gold, silver, or gems? → 7114
- Is it made of plastic? → 3924.90
- Is it made of leather or synthetic leather? → 4205.00
- Is it porcelain (glossy, hard)? → 6913.10
- Is it ceramic (matte, rough)? → 6913.90
- Is it metal but not precious? → 8306.30
## Overlaps & pitfalls
- A frame with a glass front and metal edges could fit both 7013.10/9X and 8306.30. **Priority:** Use the main structural material.
- Porcelain vs ceramic: Porcelain is glazed and hard; ceramic may be unglazed or rough.
- Glass frames may have metal or plastic parts, but only count as glass if glass is the primary display surface.
- If multiple materials are present, choose based on **main function or dominant material**