Scots Pine Utility Poles for Rural Electrification

Rough Pinus sylvestris poles designed for rural electrical distribution networks, bark-removed and roughly squared per HTS 4403.22.0112 criteria for telephone and power poles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4403.25.01Same rate: 35%

If from larch (Larix spp.) instead of pine

Larch coniferous poles use separate 4403.25 subheading from Pinus species.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If assembled into pole sets with hardware

Pole sets with metal fittings classify under 4418 as constructed wood articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Bundle poles securely to prevent damage that could be interpreted as 'working' during transit

Use commercial invoices specifying 'rough pine poles for electrical use' to aid CBP review

Monitor moisture content declarations, as high sapwood moisture can flag pest risks