Rough Cedar Fence Post

Unplaned western red cedar posts for agricultural fencing, with cross-sections starting at 15 cm, bark removed but retaining natural rough surface. Fits HTS 4403.25.0115 as coniferous fence posts in the rough, distinguished by specific pole/post form.

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 of non-coniferous species like tropical cedar variants

Heading splits by coniferous vs other softwoods/hardwoods even for identical rough post forms.

4407.14.00.00Same rate: 35%

If sawn to rectangular cross-sections under 150mm thickness

Processed beyond rough state enters coniferous sawn wood headings.

4421Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If imported as completed assembled fence panels

Assembled structures classify as other wood articles rather than rough components.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ensure posts qualify as 'fence posts' via intended use documentation; general posts may classify differently

Avoid any machine squaring beyond rough hand-shaping to maintain 'in the rough' status

Declare exact coniferous species (e.g

Thuja plicata) for accurate tariff application