Rough Balsam Fir Poles for Utility Use from Mexico
Balsam fir poles in the rough, debarked but not machined, suitable for utility or fencing applications. Classified as 'other fir; balsam' under HTS 4403.24.0142 for coniferous rough timber. Lengths typically 20-40 feet with minimum 6-inch top diameter.
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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Measure and declare pole diameters at both ends to confirm 'logs and timber' status over minimal dimensions
• Include kiln-drying certificates if applicable, but ensure no machining to retain rough classification
• Comply with electrical utility standards if destined for pole use, affecting import inspections