Creosote Douglas Fir Electrical Distribution Poles from Japan
Douglas fir poles, classified as nonconiferous for tariff purposes, roughly squared and creosote-treated for medium-voltage electrical distribution. HTS 4403.12.00.20 applies to these preserved utility poles in rough form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm nonconiferous status via species certification, as some firs could be contested as coniferous
• Use ISPM 15-compliant treatment documentation if poles contact wooden packaging materials
• Test for moisture content to ensure 'rough' state, avoiding reclassification as kiln-dried lumber