Oak Railway Sleepers from Mexico
Rough-sawn oak wood sleepers used as cross-ties for railway tracks, made from nonconiferous hardwood without any chemical impregnation. Classified under HTS 4406.12.00.00 as unimpregnated nonconiferous railway sleepers per Chapter 44 definitions of wood products.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify nonconiferous species origin with CITES documentation if applicable for endangered hardwoods
• Provide mill certificates confirming no impregnation treatment to avoid reclassification
• Ensure sleepers meet dimensional standards for railway use to prevent customs disputes