Fence posts
Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sap- wood, or roughly squared: > Treated with paint, stain, creosote or other preservatives: > Coniferous > Poles, piles and posts: > Fence posts
Duty Rate (from China)
Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Articles of iron or steel, derivative articles of iron or steel, articles of aluminum, derivative articles of aluminum, passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks and parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks, semiconductor articles, semi-finished copper and intensive copper derivative products, wood products, or medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or medium- and heavy-duty vehicle parts, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 4403.11.00.40
Creosote-Treated Pine Fence Post
Rough-cut pine fence posts treated with creosote preservative to resist rot and insects, typically measuring 4x4 inches by 8 feet. Classified under HTS 4403.11.0040 as coniferous wood in the rough, treated with preservatives, specifically for fence posts. The rough-squared state and treatment distinguish it from finished lumber.
Pressure-Treated Spruce Fence Post
Spruce fence posts pressure-treated with waterborne preservatives like ACQ, left rough-squared for agricultural fencing, standard 6-foot length. Fits HTS 4403.11.0040 for coniferous treated posts in the rough, not further worked. Treatment protects against decay in outdoor exposure.
ACQ-Treated Lodgepole Pine Fence Post
Lodgepole pine posts treated with alkaline copper quaternary (ACQ) preservative, rough-squared 3x3x6 feet for garden fences. HTS 4403.11.0040 covers these coniferous, preservatively treated fence posts in the rough. Treatment penetrates deeply for long-term ground contact use.
Copper Azole Treated Cedar Fence Post
Note: Cedar typically non-coniferous, but example assumes classified as coniferous mix; rough CA-treated posts 4x4x10ft. HTS 4403.11.0040 for treated coniferous fence posts in rough state. Environmentally friendlier preservative alternative.
CCA-Treated Douglas Fir Fence Post
Douglas fir posts treated with chromated copper arsenate (CCA) for durability in soil contact, rough-cut 5x5x10 feet for ranch fencing. HTS 4403.11.0040 applies to coniferous rough wood treated with preservatives, designated as fence posts. Not peeled or dressed beyond rough squaring.
Creosote-Dipped Hemlock Fence Post
Western hemlock fence posts dipped in creosote, retained in rough state with bark partially on, sized 4x6x7 feet. Under HTS 4403.11.0040 as coniferous treated fence posts, meeting 'in the rough' criteria including roughly squared or rounded. Ideal for perimeter fencing.
Pentachlorophenol Treated Fir Fence Post
Fir species fence posts treated with pentachlorophenol, maintained rough with rounded edges, 5x5x8 feet standard. Precisely HTS 4403.11.0040 for coniferous treated poles/piles/posts as fence posts. Archaic but still used treatment for utility fencing.