Pressure-Treated Western Red Cedar Telegraph Poles from Mexico
Coniferous Western red cedar poles, roughly squared and pressure-treated with preservatives for durability as telegraph poles. Classified under HTS 4403.11.0020 due to their coniferous origin, rough condition, and specific use in communication infrastructure. The treatment ensures longevity in ground-contact exposure.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include treatment process details (e.g
• pressure method) and chemical specs in import docs to substantiate the 'treated' status
• Ensure poles meet minimum dimensions for pole classification; shorter posts may classify under general piles/posts
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests, as coniferous wood imports face strict ISPM 15 compliance