Tanalith E Treated Larch Telegraph Poles

Larch wood telegraph poles treated with Tanalith E (copper-based) preservative, bark-removed and roughly squared. Classified in HTS 4403.11.0050 for other coniferous treated poles. Used for communication line support.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4403Same rate: 35%

If round, not squared

Round untreated coniferous poles use statistical number 4403.10.3020.

4421.99.60.00Lower: 15.1% vs 35%

If further worked into dowels

Processed into cylindrical wooden articles like dowels goes to 4421.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Cross-reference treatment with utility specifications like ANSI O5.1 for pole quality

Use moisture content readings to prove 'rough' vs. kiln-dried status

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