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Eco-Friendly Cork Wall Tiles Backed from Japan

Modular tiles of natural cork with paper backing for peel-and-stick or traditional wall installations in green homes. This fits HTS 4503.90.40.00 as other reinforced wallcoverings of natural cork. Sustainability is enhanced by renewable cork sourcing.

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

Certify FSC or PEFC for cork origin to appeal to eco-buyers and ease customs scrutiny

Size tiles under 0.25 sqm each to align with wallcovering norms vs floor tiles

Avoid 'tile' terminology if challenged, emphasizing 'flexible wallcovering'

Eco-Friendly Cork Wall Tiles Backed from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4503.90.40.00