Aspen Fence Posts
Roughly squared posts from trembling aspen (Populus tremuloides), approximately 8 feet long and 4-6 inches square, used for agricultural and ranch fencing. Classified under HTS 4403.97.0026 as poplar/aspen posts in the rough, whether stripped of bark or not.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from coniferous species like pine
Coniferous poles/piles/posts have separate statistical suffixes within 4403.97, changing the 10-digit code.
If pointed or treated ends for direct ground insertion
Pallets, box and crate materials with working modifications fall under heading 4415, not rough wood.
If in log form without squaring
Unworked coniferous logs without rough squaring stay in heading 4401 for fuel/round wood.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Obtain origin certificates confirming Populus tremuloides to distinguish from other aspens that might classify differently
• Check for bark/sapwood removal compliance; incomplete stripping could trigger pest inspections
• Avoid bundling with metal hardware, as sets may reclassify under composite goods rules
Related Products under HTS 4403.97.00.26
Poplar Utility Poles
Rough-cut poles made from Populus deltoides (poplar) wood, typically 30-50 feet long and 8-12 inches in diameter at the butt end, used for electrical and telephone line support. They are stripped of bark and sapwood but not further processed, fitting HTS 4403.97.0026 as poles of poplar species in the rough state.
Poplar Construction Piles
Long, rough-hewn piles from black poplar (Populus nigra), 40-60 feet in length for foundation support in building construction. They qualify for HTS 4403.97.0026 as roughly squared poplar wood piles, stripped but not machined.
Aspen Vineyard Stakes
Rough-cut aspen stakes from Populus tremula, 6-8 feet long and 2-3 inches diameter, used to support grapevines in vineyards. Falls under HTS 4403.97.0026 as poplar/aspen posts in rough form.
Poplar Round Poles for Gates
Debarked round poplar poles (Populus spp.), 10-12 feet long, 4-6 inch diameter, for constructing farm gates and corrals. Classified as rough poles under HTS 4403.97.0026 without squaring or machining.
Hybrid Poplar Landscape Posts
Rough hybrid poplar (Populus deltoides x nigra) posts for garden edging and landscaping, 4 feet long, stripped of bark. Meets HTS 4403.97.0026 criteria for poplar posts in the rough.