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Pentachlorophenol Wood Preservative from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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

Pentachlorophenol Wood Preservative from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3808.59.50.00