Douglas Fir Electrical Transmission Poles from Canada
Coniferous Douglas fir poles in rough-squared condition, stripped of bark, designed for electrical power line support and classified as telephone/telegraph/electrical poles under HTS 4403.26.0112. These utility-grade poles are essential for overhead power distribution infrastructure.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Measure pole dimensions pre-import to confirm they fit utility specs (e.g
• Class 1-10 per ANSI standards) supporting pole classification
• Include supplier declarations of species (Pseudotsuga menziesii) and rough state to prevent disputes with CBP over coniferous identity
• Avoid bundling with hardware like crossarms, as sets may shift to 4418 or Chapter 73 for assembled structures