Hem-Fir Mixed Species Fence Post from Mexico
Mixed hemlock-fir fence posts from Hem-fir stands where species proportion varies, roughly squared per Chapter 44 notes. Classified as coniferous fence posts under HTS 4403.26.0115 for rough wood.
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
• Reference Chapter Note for 'Hem-fir' mixed stands documentation; proportion unknown is acceptable
• Segregate from pure species posts to maintain accurate HTS statistical reporting
• Inspect for consistent rough squaring across mixed species bundles