Unstripped Cork Oak Bark from Japan
Freshly harvested cork oak bark with minimal surface cleaning, raw and simply prepared for peeling at destination facilities. Falls under HTS 4501.10.00.00 as the primary raw form of natural cork.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain CITES permits if from protected oak species, though common cork is exempt
• Separate from wood parts to avoid forestry product classifications
• Store in cool, ventilated areas pre-shipment to prevent fermentation