Pentachlorophenol Treated Hickory Piles from Germany
Rough hickory wood piles treated with pentachlorophenol for marine construction and dock foundations. Nonconiferous species in untreated rough form except for preservative treatment, under HTS 4403.12.0050 'other' category.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Obtain treatment facility certifications documenting preservative penetration depth
• Ensure ISPM 15 compliance if used in packaging to avoid fumigation delays
• Declare intended end-use (marine/construction) to prevent misclassification