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Picea Mariana Black Spruce Fence Post 4x6x8

Black spruce (Picea mariana) fence post, rough cut 4x6 inches by 8 feet for northern climate fencing. Exceeds 15 cm minimum cross-section per HTS requirements. Coniferous rough wood specifically for fence applications under 4403.23.0115.

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.

4403.49.02.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If tropical nonconiferous wood species used

Nonconiferous wood moves to 4403.49 regardless of dimensions or use.

4406.91.00.00Same rate: 35%

If bark completely removed and roughly squared

More processed squaring exceeds 'in the rough' definition of heading 4403.

8483.90.10Higher: 40.3% vs 35%

If cut to precise lengths for transmission poles

Utility pole specifications trigger different classification.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Include botanical species identification in documentation for Picea verification

• Bundle posts securely to prevent damage that could alter rough appearance

• Monitor moisture content; excessive drying might question 'rough' classification