Rough Western Red Cedar Telegraph Poles
Coniferous wood poles from Western red cedar, in the rough state with bark partially stripped, having a smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeding 15 cm, used for utility line support. Classified under HTS 4403.25.0116 as coniferous poles, piles, and posts meeting the size requirement in the rough, not stripped of all bark or sapwood.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If smallest cross-section <15 cm
Poles with smaller dimensions fall under the general 'less than 15 cm' subheading for coniferous rough wood.
If sawn lengthwise and planed
Once processed beyond rough-squared (e.g., sawn to size or surfaced), it shifts to coniferous sawn timber heading.
If chemically/pressure treated with preservatives
Preservation treatment changes classification from rough wood to artificially worked wood products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify smallest cross-sectional dimension exceeds 15 cm with measurements; provide caliper photos or diagrams in entry documentation
• Include species identification certificate from forestry service to confirm coniferous origin like Western red cedar
• Avoid classifying as sawn/preserved wood (4406/4407) by ensuring rough-squared state without planing or treatment
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