Thermal Insulated Cork Wall Liners from China
Thin natural cork liners backed with paper for thermal regulation behind wall finishes in energy-efficient buildings. Covered by HTS 4503.90.40.00 as reinforced wallcoverings of natural cork. The paper allows for stapling or gluing directly to wall studs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Obtain R-value certifications to support insulation claims without shifting to Chapter 68 building materials
• Ensure 'wallcovering' intent in commercial docs; construction use may trigger different rulings
• Test for mold resistance in humid climates, as CBP may inspect for agricultural risks