Rough Spruce Fence Posts from Mexico
Picea spp. spruce wood posts in rough-squared state, bark removed, for agricultural fencing. Falls under HTS 4403.24.0116 as 'other' coniferous spruce poles/posts in the rough, not squared to precise dimensions. Ideal for rural perimeter applications.
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
• Obtain origin certificate specifying Picea spp. to differentiate from hemlock/fir mixes under 4407.14
• Check for moisture content under 20% to prevent classification disputes as fuel wood
• Document rough dimensions; overly uniform sizing risks reclassification as squared lumber