ACQ-Treated Lodgepole Pine Fence Post from Mexico
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.
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
• ACQ requires stainless steel fasteners; note compatibility in import specs to advise buyers
• Declare retention levels (e.g
• 0.40 lb/ft³); under-treatment leads to re-export orders
• Avoid classifying pointed ends as 'worked'; sharpening minimal for rough posts