4503.90.20.00/Cork Jar Seal Washers/Germany

Cork Jar Seal Washers from Germany

Ring-shaped washers from natural cork designed to seal glass jars for preserves and canning. Classified as cork washers under HTS 4503.90.20.00, they compress under lid pressure for airtight closure. Ideal for food preservation due to inert properties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

Rate breakdown

9903.05.970%European Union exemption (main list) (U.S. note 52(j))

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Import Tips

• Comply with food contact standards (e.g

• EU 1935/2004 equivalents); test for leachables

• Declare exact dimensions and ring shape to confirm washer status vs other shapes

• Separate from metal lids in shipment to prevent set classification under 8309