Virgin Natural Cork Bark Sheets from Japan
Large, flat sheets of virgin cork bark gently separated from the tree and air-dried, simply prepared without compression or adhesives. HTS 4501.10.00.00 covers this raw form used primarily for expansion into cork sheets or insulation.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'raw natural cork' to prevent misclassification as processed materials
• Test for density (typically 0.12-0.25 g/cm³) to confirm raw status during audits
• Consider container fumigation for long-sea voyages to protect against biohazards