Agglomerated Cork Tapered Bottle Stoppers 18mm from China
Agglomerated cork tapered stoppers with 18mm max diameter and elongated length for champagne or sparkling wine bottles. HTS 4503.10.20.00 applies as they meet criteria for tapered cork stoppers with thickness > max diameter and size ≤19mm. Provide reliable seal for carbonated beverages.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'agglomerated natural cork' to distinguish from Chapter 39 plastics
• Include dimensional drawings proving taper and max 19mm diameter to prevent reclassification
• Watch for moisture content issues; excessive humidity can affect density declarations