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Copper Azole Treated Cypress Power Poles from Mexico

Cypress wood poles pressure-treated with copper azole for electrical power substations, nonconiferous and in rough-squared condition per utility standards. Classified precisely under HTS 4403.12.00.20 for treated telephone/power poles.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Validate treatment penetrates full sapwood per AWPA standards for classification support

• Declare exact pole lengths (typically 30-125 ft) to match utility specifications

• Monitor for bamboo-like woody materials that might invoke different chapter notes