Scots Pine Utility Poles for Rural Electrification from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.76.0110%Softwood timber and lumber products provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 37 of this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• 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