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Wood in the rough, whether or not stripped of bark or sap- wood, or roughly squared: > Treated with paint, stain, creosote or other preservatives: > Nonconiferous > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 4403.12.00.60
Creosote-Treated Oak Logs
Rough-cut oak logs treated with creosote preservative to protect against rot and insects, retaining bark in some areas for natural appearance. Classified under HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous wood in the rough, specifically 'other' category, treated with preservatives but not stripped or squared. Used primarily for outdoor fencing and railway sleepers.
Pressure-Treated Poplar Utility Poles
Roughly squared poplar poles treated under pressure with wood preservatives for utility line support, minimally processed from the log. Falls under HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous 'other' wood in the rough with preservative treatment. Ideal for rural electrification projects requiring durable, untreated-looking poles.
Stain-Treated Ash Fence Rails
Ash wood rails in rough form, surface-stained with penetrating preservatives for outdoor fencing, not fully stripped or squared. HTS 4403.12.0060 covers this nonconiferous treated rough wood in the 'other' category. Provides natural aesthetic with enhanced weather resistance for ranch and garden applications.
Creosote-Dipped Elm Guardrail Posts
Elm wood posts dipped in creosote preservative, left in rough state for highway guardrails and bridge supports. Classified HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous other rough wood treated with preservatives. Meets DOT specifications for impact-resistant roadside safety applications.
CCA-Treated Maple Landscape Timbers
Rough maple timbers pressure-treated with chromated copper arsenate (CCA) for garden edging and retaining walls. HTS 4403.12.0060 applies to these nonconiferous preserved rough wood products in other forms. Long-lasting alternative to concrete for residential landscaping projects.
Pentachlorophenol Treated Hickory Pilings
Hickory wood pilings treated with pentachlorophenol for marine dock construction, maintained in rough log form. Under HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous other rough wood with preservatives. High strength-to-weight ratio ideal for waterfront structural support.
Copper Azole Treated Cherry Round Stakes
Round cherry wood stakes treated with copper azole preservative for vineyard and orchard support systems. HTS 4403.12.0060 covers nonconiferous rough treated wood in other forms. Environmentally friendlier alternative to traditional creosote for agricultural use.
Borate-Treated Walnut Cribbing Timbers
Rough walnut timbers diffusion-treated with borates for temporary mine shaft cribbing and construction shoring. Classified HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous other preserved rough wood. Provides insect resistance without heavy chemical impregnation.
ACQ Treated Beech Playground Posts
Beech wood posts treated with alkaline copper quaternary (ACQ) for children's playground equipment foundations. HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous rough other preserved wood. Meets ASTM F1487 safety standards for public recreational structures.
Oil-Borne Preservative Sycamore Timbers
Sycamore timbers treated with oil-borne preservatives for bridge decking and boardwalk applications. Falls under HTS 4403.12.0060 as nonconiferous rough wood other treated category. Natural appearance preferred for pedestrian and light vehicle structures.
Micronized Copper Treated Alder Fence Posts
Alder fence posts treated with micronized copper azole for perimeter fencing in wet climates. HTS 4403.12.0060 covers nonconiferous other rough preserved wood. Reduced leaching compared to soluble copper treatments for environmentally sensitive areas.
Fluoro-Free Preserved Birch Roundwood
Birch roundwood treated with fluorine-free preservatives for pulpwood and specialty applications. Classified under HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous rough other preserved. Meets European chemical regulations while maintaining treatment efficacy.
DDAC Treated Basswood Structural Timbers
Basswood timbers treated with didecyldimethylammonium chloride (DDAC) for light structural framing. HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous rough other category. Quaternary ammonium compound effective against fungal decay in humid environments.
Propiconazole Treated Teak Logs
Rough teak logs treated with propiconazole fungicide for boatbuilding and exterior joinery. HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous other preserved rough wood. Triazole chemistry penetrates dense teak grain for superior decay resistance.
Imidacloprid Insecticide Treated Mahogany Posts
Mahogany posts treated with imidacloprid termiticide for termite-prone regions, rough form for decks. Classified HTS 4403.12.0060 nonconiferous other rough preserved wood. Neonicotinoid provides long-term subterranean termite protection.