Creosote Douglas Fir Electrical Distribution Poles from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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