Tapered Natural Cork Wine Stopper
A tapered cork stopper made from natural cork, with thickness greater than its maximum diameter, used to seal wine bottles. It falls under HTS 4503.10.40.00 as a cork stopper that is tapered and exceeds the diameter in thickness, categorized as 'other' within this subheading. This classification applies to non-disc or non-cylindrical natural cork articles for bottling.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not tapered or thinner than maximum diameter
Non-tapered or disc-shaped cork stoppers fall under other natural cork articles in a different subheading.
If made from agglomerated cork granules
Agglomerated cork products shift to Chapter 45 heading 4504, regardless of shape.
If coated with plastic for sealing enhancement
Plastic-coated cork stoppers are classified by plastic material under Chapter 39 as articles thereof.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the cork's natural composition via supplier certificates to avoid misclassification as agglomerated cork under 4504
• Measure dimensions precisely—ensure thickness/length > max diameter—to qualify under this specific subheading
• Include origin declarations as cork is often from Portugal or Spain; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain suppliers
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Large Tapered Natural Cork Champagne Cork
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Extra-Long Tapered Natural Cork Spirit Bottle Stopper
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Tapered Natural Cork Vintage Port Bottle Stopper
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