Welded Tapered Streetlight Pole Shaft

This large-diameter (over 406.4 mm) longitudinally welded steel tube tapers from base to top, designed exclusively as the shaft for outdoor streetlight poles in illuminating systems. It provides structural support for light fixtures and accommodates internal wiring for illumination purposes. Classified under 7305.31.20.00 for its tapered form and dedicated role in lighting articles.

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.

7308.90.95.90Same rate: 35%

If for use as utility poles carrying power lines, not lights

Non-illuminating pole applications fall under structures and parts of structures.

7305.39.10.00Same rate: 35%

If threaded or coupled for assembly

Threaded tubes, even tapered, are classified separately regardless of use.

9405Lower: 16% vs 35%

If sold as part of a complete lighting pole set with baseplate

Sets including multiple components for lighting are under Chapter 94 for lamps.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include affidavits from manufacturers confirming principal use in illuminating articles to support tariff classification

Measure and certify external diameter precisely; sub-406.4 mm shifts to different headings

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Tapered Steel Lamp Post Tube

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Conical Steel Pathway Light Pole Tube

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Tapered High Mast Lighting Pipe

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