Eucalyptus Railway Crossties

Australian-sourced eucalyptus hardwood sleepers, double-treated with copper chrome arsenate for class 1 track durability. HTS 4406.92.00.00 applies to these nonconiferous rail products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4407.29.02Lower: 25% vs 35%

If imported as general construction beams

Thickness over 6mm sawn nonconiferous wood primarily for building in 4407.29.

4413.00.00.00Higher: 38.7% vs 35%

If densified via high-pressure treatment

Densified wood blocks regardless of original nonconiferous source under heading 4413.

4401.32.00Same rate: 35%

If processed into large briquettes for rail ballast

Wood briquettes from processing waste classified under specific 4401 subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service export certificates

Test for preservative leaching compliance with EPA water quality standards

Avoid bundling with fasteners which could trigger set classification issues