Cork Watch Gasket Washers from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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