Rough Spruce Fence Posts from Mexico
Spruce (Picea spp.) wood posts in the rough, stripped of sapwood, with 15cm+ smallest cross-section for agricultural fencing. Fits HTS 4403.23.0116 as other coniferous poles/posts of fir/spruce exceeding dimension specs.
Duty Rate — Mexico → 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
• Provide origin documentation proving Picea spp. to avoid reclassification as generic coniferous
• Document cross-section measurements in commercial invoice to support 'other poles/posts' subheading
• Check for bark beetle risks; fumigation may be required for spruce from certain regions