Tapered Natural Cork Barrel Bung
A tapered plug made of natural cork used to seal wooden wine or whiskey barrels, with thickness greater than maximum diameter for a secure fit. It qualifies for HTS 4503.10.40.00 as an 'other' tapered cork stopper from natural cork, distinct from smaller disc or standard cylindrical types. Common in craft distilling and winery operations.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If disc-shaped for barrel ends
Discoidal natural cork stoppers have a specific subheading separate from tapered.
If agglomerated for industrial barrel use
Agglomerated cork bungs are under 4504 for non-natural cork compositions.
If sold as part of wooden barrel assembly
Tablewoodware sets including corks may classify under Chapter 44 for wood articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide barrel usage context in import docs to justify classification, avoiding parts of containers under other codes
• Inspect for purity—adulterated cork may shift to 4504; retain supplier specs
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