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Engelmann Spruce Power Distribution Poles

Rough fir/spruce poles from Engelmann spruce (Picea engelmannii), with a minimum cross-section of 15 cm, for electrical distribution lines. They are debarked and squared for strength but not further processed, falling under this tariff item for spruce wood.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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4403.21.00Same rate: Free

If the poles are of pine species

Pine is excluded from this tariff item.

4407.11.00Same rate: Free

If the poles are sawn into lumber

Sawn wood falls under heading 44.07.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the poles are not treated with preservatives; treated poles may fall under other headings

• Provide species and dimension documentation to CBSA

• Check if the poles meet Canadian electrical utility standards

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