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.

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.

4504.10.50.00Same rate: 35%

If for retail sale as insulation rolls

Retail-packed cork rolls for consumers fall under other worked cork in 4504.

4503.90Lower: 24% vs 35%

If cut into non-rectangular panels

Irregularly shaped insulation pieces become articles of 4503.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure strip dimensions to ensure compliance with 'rectangular strip' definition

Include material safety data sheets confirming 100% natural cork, no additives

Avoid retail packaging, which might classify as finished goods under 4504

Related Products 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.

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.