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%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
• 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'