Treated Acacia Railroad Ties from Japan
Acacia hardwood sleepers, kiln-dried and pressure-treated with micronized copper azole for durability. Meets AASHTO standards for mainline railroad use under HTS 4406.92.00.00 as nonconiferous rail sleepers.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming heat treatment above 56°C core temperature
• Label clearly as 'railway sleepers' to prevent reclassification as construction timber
• Check for CITES restrictions if sourcing from certain acacia species in protected regions