ACQ Preservative Treated Oak Telephone Poles
Hardwood oak poles treated with alkaline copper quaternary (ACQ) preservative, roughly squared for telephone line installation. These non-coniferous preserved poles are in a rough state, qualifying under tariff item 4403.12.00 as treated non-coniferous wood.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the poles are from a coniferous species
Coniferous treated poles are classified under a different item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the ACQ treatment is certified and documented for CBSA
• Keep poles roughly squared and free of further processing
• Declare the intended use (telephone poles) and species (oak) on import forms
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