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Pentachlorophenol Wood Preservative

Concentrate containing pentachlorophenol (ISO) for treating fence posts and utility poles. Retail gallon jugs with applicator brush. 3808.59.50.00 as listed fungicide/biocide.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5%+12.5%17.5%
🇲🇽Mexico5%+10.0%15%
🇨🇦Canada5%+10.0%15%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3808.59Same rate: 17.5%

If emulsifiable concentrate form

Physical state determines .20 vs .50 subheading

4418Lower: 15.7% vs 17.5%

If pressure-treated wood products

Finished treated articles classified by wood product type

3824.89.00.00Higher: 44% vs 17.5%

If contains short-chain chlorinated paraffins >10%

Co-formulants trigger hazardous mixture classification

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Import Tips & Compliance

Wood Preservative classification requires AWPA standardization documentation

Retail packaging <5 gallons avoids industrial 3808.91 classification

Dioxin content testing required due to formation during manufacturing