Oak Railway Sleepers from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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