Cork Watch Gasket Washers

Small precision washers made from natural cork for sealing watch cases against water. These are HTS 4503.90.20.00 cork washers, prized for impermeability and aging resistance. Used in luxury timepieces.

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.

9114.90.10Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If imported with watch cases

Gaskets integral to watch assemblies classify as watch parts in Chapter 91.

4503.90.40.00Same rate: 35%

If molded to case shape

Custom shaping beyond washer form is other cork articles.

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 35%

If synthetic polymer version

Non-cork gaskets are plastic articles under Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide micron-level dimension specs and water resistance test data

Avoid classification as watch parts (9114) by importing separately from movements

Certify natural cork; synthetics go to Chapter 39 or 40

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Natural Cork Gasket Washers

These are thin, circular washers made from compressed natural cork used as gaskets in machinery and plumbing to create seals. They fall under HTS 4503.90.20.00 as articles of natural cork specifically shaped as washers. The porous structure of cork provides excellent compressibility and sealing properties.

Cork Bottle Stopper Disks

Flat, disk-shaped pieces of natural cork used as stoppers or liners in wine and spirit bottles. Classified under HTS 4503.90.20.00 as cork disks, these provide airtight seals due to cork's elasticity. They are distinct from full cylindrical stoppers.

Cork Speaker Grill Wafers

Thin wafer-like sheets of natural cork cut into disks for use as protective grills on audio speakers. They are classified as cork wafers under HTS 4503.90.20.00 due to their flat, disk form and natural cork composition. Cork's acoustic properties help dampen vibrations.

Natural Cork Coaster Disks

Circular disks of natural cork used as drink coasters to absorb moisture and protect surfaces. These qualify under HTS 4503.90.20.00 as cork disks, valued for their natural water-resistant properties. They are typically 4 inches in diameter and simply cut.

Cork Jar Seal Washers

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Cork Dialysis Filter Wafers

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