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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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