Chestnut Telegraph Poles from Mexico
Roughly trimmed chestnut poles, nonconiferous, pointed but not lengthwise sawn, for telegraph line support. Meets HTS 4404.20.0080 criteria for nonconiferous poles and posts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Utility specs often require bark removal—ensure it doesn't constitute 'sawn'; provide species verification; consider quota restrictions on certain hardwoods