Debarked Spruce Utility Posts

Rough spruce (Picea spp.) posts for electrical utility applications, sapwood removed. Under HTS 4403.24.0116 as other coniferous spruce poles in rough state. Not kiln-dried or surfaced for direct installation.

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.

4403.22.01Same rate: 35%

If oak or other non-coniferous hardwood

Deciduous wood poles use separate tropical/non-tropical headings.

4417.00.80Higher: 40.1% vs 35%

If machined into tool handles

Chapter note excludes tool parts formed from Chapter 44 materials.

4407.13.00.00Same rate: 35%

If S-P-F spruce mix, sawn or chipped

Mixed softwoods have specific sawn lumber provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide photos showing rough surface to distinguish from planed posts under 4407

Certify no chemical treatment; treated wood goes to 4403.41+

Watch for diameter inconsistencies that might suggest squaring under 4406

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