Creosote-Dipped Elm Guardrail Posts from Japan
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.
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
• Provide DOT/AASHTO treatment certification for infrastructure project acceptance
• Document sapwood removal extent to justify rough wood tariff treatment
• Test for creosote off-gassing compliance with VOC import regulations