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Natural Cork Pipe Flange Washers from Japan

Large cork washers for sealing pipe flanges in low-pressure systems. Classified HTS 4503.90.20.00 as cork washers; compressible for easy installation. Common in agricultural plumbing.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Pressure rating certifications required

• Size declarations prevent Chapter 39 gasket confusion

• Bulk import avoids 7307 pipe fitting classification