Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)
Natural cork, debacked or roughly squared, or in rectangular (including square) blocks, plates, sheets or strip (including sharp-edged blanks for corks or stoppers)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 4502.00.00.00
Debacked Natural Cork Sheets
Thin sheets of natural cork that have had the rough outer bark removed, cut into rectangular shapes for further processing. These fall under HTS 4502.00.00.00 as debacked cork in sheet form, not yet finished into products like stoppers. Ideal for manufacturing gaskets, insulation, or corkboard.
Roughly Squared Cork Blocks
Blocks of natural cork that are roughly squared but not finely machined, used as raw material for carving stoppers or insulation. Classified under HTS 4502.00.00.00 due to rough squaring into rectangular blocks without further working. Common in wine industry preprocessing.
Natural Cork Strips for Insulation
Long rectangular strips of debacked natural cork, roughly squared for thermal insulation applications. Classifies under HTS 4502.00.00.00 as strip form not further processed into finished insulation panels. Used in construction and HVAC systems.
Debacked Cork Rectangular Blocks
Medium-sized rectangular blocks of debacked natural cork for crafting or industrial cutting. Meets HTS 4502.00.00.00 criteria as debacked and block-formed without fine finishing. Versatile for artisanal or machine processing.
Cork Sheet Rolls Roughly Squared
Rolls of thin cork sheets that are debacked and roughly squared edges, supplied in bulk. Although rolled for shipping, the material is in sheet form per HTS 4502.00.00.00. Used for flooring underlayment production.
Natural Cork Plates for Crafts
Thin rectangular plates of natural cork for hobbyist crafting into coasters or trivets. HTS 4502.00.00.00 applies as roughly squared plates not yet articles. Bulk packed for DIY markets.
Squared Cork for Model Making
Small squared blocks of debacked cork used in architectural model building. Fits HTS 4502.00.00.00 as rectangular blocks in raw form. Lightweight and easy to carve.
Natural Cork Plates for Gaskets
Rectangular plates of debacked natural cork, roughly squared for use in gasket manufacturing. Fits HTS 4502.00.00.00 as it remains in plate form without shaping into final gaskets or stoppers. Provides compressibility for sealing applications.
Sharp-Edged Cork Blanks for Stoppers
Rectangular sharp-edged blanks of natural cork designed for turning into wine bottle stoppers. Explicitly covered under HTS 4502.00.00.00 as blanks in strip or sheet form prior to final shaping. Key raw material for premium cork stopper production.