Teak Railway Cross-Ties from Mexico
Premium teak hardwood sleepers, unimpregnated, for heavy-duty railway applications in tropical climates. HTS 4406.12.00.00 applies to these nonconiferous non-impregnated rail sleepers.
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
• Secure CITES permits for teak imports due to endangered species listing
• Include lab tests proving no chemical impregnation present
• Declare exact species; generic 'hardwood' may trigger reappraisals