Tanalith E Treated Larch Telegraph Poles from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Cross-reference treatment with utility specifications like ANSI O5.1 for pole quality
• Use moisture content readings to prove 'rough' vs. kiln-dried status
• Avoid retail packaging that could shift classification to finished goods