Ash Wood Tramway Cross-Ties from Mexico
Unimpregnated ash hardwood sleepers designed for light rail tramway tracks, cut to standard lengths without treatment. Fits HTS 4406.12.00.00 as nonconiferous, non-impregnated railway or tramway sleepers explicitly defined in the tariff schedule.
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
• Include engineering specs showing tramway compatibility to support classification
• Test for moisture content; excessive drying may suggest processing beyond rough-sawn
• Avoid bundling with hardware to prevent set classification under other headings