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Natural Cork Coasters Set from Japan

A set of round coasters made from compressed natural cork sheets, used to protect furniture surfaces from drink marks. Classified under HTS 4503.90.60.00 as other articles of natural cork, not shaped cork or cork stoppers. Ideal for home bar or kitchen use.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify natural cork origin with supplier certificates to avoid misclassification as agglomerated cork

• Label products clearly as 'natural cork' for customs compliance and consumer transparency