Pressure-Treated Spruce Fence Post from Mexico
Spruce posts for livestock fencing, rough-squared with 18 cm square cross-section, bark-free. While often treated post-import, base rough form qualifies under HTS 4403.25.0115 for coniferous fence posts.
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
• Distinguish pre-import vs post-import treatment in entry docs to avoid 4418 reclassification
• Bundle in lots showing uniform 15cm+ dimensions for customs verification
• Include end-use statements confirming fence post application