Oak Railway Sleepers

Pressure-treated oak wood cross-ties measuring approximately 8x8x8.5 feet, used for supporting railway tracks. Classified under HTS 4406.92.00.00 as nonconiferous railway sleepers, distinct from coniferous wood products in other subheadings.

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 not specifically designed as railway sleepers

Rough sawn nonconiferous wood for general construction falls under heading 4407, not specialized rail use.

4418Lower: 13.2% vs 35%

If planed or profiled with rail-specific joinery

Wood sawn lengthwise with profiled surfaces moves to heading 4418 for worked wood.

4421.99.70Same rate: 35%

If imported as complete track assemblies

Other articles of wood including rail components classified under 4421 when not standalone sleepers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify wood origin certification to comply with Lacey Act requirements for plant imports

Ensure treatment documentation (e.g

creosote or copper azole) meets ISPM 15 standards for treated wood

Avoid misclassification as rough lumber by confirming sleeper dimensions and rail-specific design