Pentachlorophenol Treated Hickory Piles from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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