Acoustic Cork Wallcovering Sheets
Acoustic cork wallcovering sheets are high-density agglomerated cork sheets with a reinforced paper backing, engineered for sound absorption in studios and theaters. They qualify under tariff item 4504.10.00 as plates and sheets of agglomerated cork, with the paper backing considered a reinforcement that does not remove them from the heading.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sheets are cut to non-rectangular shapes or have additional layers that change their character
Shaped or more complex articles of agglomerated cork fall under the residual item.
If the paper backing is the predominant material by weight or value
Products where paper dominates may be classified as paper products rather than cork.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the paper backing as reinforcement, not as a separate material, to keep classification under 4504.10.00
• Provide acoustic test reports if requested by CBSA to support the product's end-use, though classification is based on objective characteristics
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