Beechwood Creosote from Mexico
Beechwood creosote is a distillate from beech wood tar, historically used as an antiseptic and wood preservative before modern regulations. Classified under HTS 3807.00.00.00 as wood creosote, it differs from coal-tar creosote by its vegetable origin. Primarily used today in niche restoration projects.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain EPA approvals for preservative use in the US; label clearly to distinguish from coal-tar creosote; test for purity to avoid reclassification as mixed residues