Creosote-Treated Oak Logs from China
Rough-cut oak logs from nonconiferous hardwood trees, treated with creosote preservative to protect against decay and insects. These logs retain bark in some areas and are not further processed beyond rough squaring, classifying under HTS 4403.12.00 due to the chemical preservative treatment and nonconiferous wood origin.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify preservative treatment documentation meets EPA standards; obtain phytosanitary certificates proving no pests; inspect for proper rough-squared dimensions to avoid reclassification as sawn lumber